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Whirlwind Lifter In-Line XLR Barrel Ground Lifter

BH #WHL • MFR #LIFTER
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Whirlwind Lifter In-Line XLR Barrel Ground Lifter
Key Features
  • Good for Troubleshooting Ground Problems
  • Female-to-Male XLR 3-Pin
  • Isolates Ground of Balanced Audio Signal
  • Saves You from Cutting Cable Shield Wire
The Whirlwind Lifter is ideal for troubleshooting ground problems. This female-to-male XLR 3-pin inline device disconnects pin 1 between the connectors. It isolates the ground of a balanced audio signal without requiring you to cut the cable's shield wire—no more 60-cycle hum, just clean, dynamic audio.
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Whirlwind LIFTER Overview

The Whirlwind Lifter is ideal for troubleshooting ground problems. This female-to-male XLR 3-pin inline device disconnects pin 1 between the connectors. It isolates the ground of a balanced audio signal without requiring you to cut the cable's shield wire—no more 60-cycle hum, just clean, dynamic audio.

UPC: 692465001526

Whirlwind LIFTER Specs

Key Specs
In-Line Accessory Type
Ground Lift/Hum Eliminator
Number of Channels
1
Inputs/Outputs
XLR 3-Pin Female
XLR 3-Pin Male
General
In-Line Accessory Type
Ground Lift/Hum Eliminator
Input / Output Level
Input: Line Level
Output: Line Level
Number of Channels
1
Connectivity
Inputs/Outputs
XLR 3-Pin Female
XLR 3-Pin Male
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.13 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.95 x 3.4 x 1"

Whirlwind LIFTER Reviews

Worked better than expected

By Charlie
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-06

Worked better than I expected it solved my problem. Can’t ask for anything more than that!

Whirlwind lifter

By Audrey
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-11-15

Got these to help with dirty electric found in many venues. Have not tested them yet, but I'm betting that they will help a lot. Fast shipping. Great service.

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Can this be used with a Focusrite 2i2; phantom ...

Can this be used with a Focusrite 2i2; phantom power; connected to yamaha HS5 monitors?
Asked by: D.
Yes, the Whirlwind Lifter In-Line XLR Barrel Ground Lifter can be used with the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface and phantom power, and it can be connected to Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitors.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2025-01-09
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