Cannon Connector and XLR Connector are actually the same thing! "Cannon Connector" is the Chinese common name for XLR Connector, which comes from the homonym of its English pronunciation "XLR". Let's take a closer look:
Cannon Connector
The name "Canon Connector" comes from Cannon Electric, one of the earliest companies to develop XLR connectors.
Cannon introduced a connector called the X Series, which was later upgraded to the XL Series (with a locking device), and finally developed into the XLR Series (with a rubber sheath), hence the name "XLR".
Because Cannon is the "ancestor" of this connector, many people use "Cannon Connector" to refer to XLR connectors, but in fact, "Cannon Connector" is just a name in the past.
XLR Connector
Full Name: XLR (External Line Return) Connector
Appearance: Usually a round metal shell with 3, 4, 5, or even 7 pins or holes.
Uses: Widely used for the connection of professional equipment such as audio, video and stage lighting, especially in microphones, mixers, speakers and other occasions.
Features:
Lock design: After insertion, it is locked by the buckle to ensure stability and not easy to fall off.
Strong anti-interference ability: The common 3-pin XLR supports balanced signal transmission, reducing noise and electromagnetic interference.
High durability: The metal shell is resistant to falling and wear, suitable for various complex environments.
Summary
"XLR connector" is the internationally accepted name, while "Caron connector" is the name in the Chinese circle. The two refer to the same product, there is no difference! If you mention "Caron" when purchasing or communicating, the other party may prefer the term "XLR".
