Quarter-Inch Audio

Following are standard pinouts for audio (specifically 1/4" type connectors). Keep-in-mind that some manufacturers do not follow the pinouts displayed below.

Manufacturers may not follow standards listed below. Please refer to documentation for specific pinouts. Failure to do so may result in damage to your equipment. Clark Wire and Cable does not accept responsibility, or liability for any loss, damage, cost, or expense that you may incur as a result of following the suggestions provided below.


1/4" Tip/Sleeve Audio Pinout

*Tip-Sleeve connector types (sometimes denoted as TS or mono), are not designed to carry power. Doing so runs the risk of the tip and sleeve being shorted together during insertion, which may cause damage to the power supply. 

1/4" Tip/Ring/Sleeve Audio Pinout