So, if I run 2 XLR cables to this multicore http://www.thomann.de/gb/pro_snake_mts_164_s_multicore_30m.htm , what's the problem with connecting to mixer using a 1/4" line-in adapter, assuming the mixer doesn't have XLR line-in inputs ?Depending on the stage and venue, the sound crew might need you to connect to the FOH board via a big snake. And the inputs for those huge snakes are often XLR (mic-type of connector) only. So even if you had the kind of cable you point out, you might not be able to run it to the 1/4" line input on the board.
Or even if you could send signal with that cable in your scenario (in which the mic inputs can't handle line level), the board might not have any available 1/4" line inputs.
Or it's quite possible that even if you did patch into the snake at the stage with no trouble, the engineer might have a problem with you sending him line level signal to his end.
Or any number of possible SNAFUs!
Summing up this and my previous post, I guess my point is: due to the many variables and potential technical issues of live sound, you might need to connect your Axe to the house system via a DI box. Even if you think the sound guy just doesn't understand (and that's happened to me). No big deal, just pack your own DI and roll with it!
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