Low profile slim XLR connectors (male-female)

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I always preferred mounting my audio interface beneath the desk to reclaim valuable workspace, but I often had to position it 8cm -10cm (3"-4") behind the edge to avoid accidentally bumping into the XLR connector. While this solution worked well enough, it was frustratingly inconvenient to adjust on the fly. I sought a better approach, but right-angle XLR connectors seemed to introduce excessive leverage if I bumped them, and I worried about damaging something in the process. After searching for a low-profile male XLR connector, I found that they were only available from Cabletechniques at an unaffordable price point for a single unit. In response, I decided to design my own version inspired by their model. To make the connection, I reused the original "pin assembly" from my existing cable and built around it. As long as the connector shield is used for electrical purposes, this solution should be effective. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK Inspired by: https://www.cabletechniques.com/lopro-cables