can this be used to check to see if a cable is balanced or unbalanced?

Most microphone (XLR) cables are balanced and you can test for that with this cable tester. When you plug both ends of a properly wired, balanced mic cable into the tester, you should see three pairs of lights come on as you move the knob from position 1 to 2 and to 3. Unfortunately, it is not that easy for 1/4" instrument cables. Some have two conductors (tip & sleeve) and some have three (ring, tip, & sleeve). The three conductor 1/4" cables are usually balanced, but with this tester it is not easy to verify that because it uses the same jacks for testing all 1/4" cables. The best way to tell how a ring, tip, sleeve 1/4" cable is wired is to simply unscrew the strain relief on each end and look at the wiring. If you're not sure what to look for, you can search for a YouTube video that explains it.

Will this check 4 and 5 pin xlr male/female for com systems specifically clear com?

This will test 3-pin XLR, but not 4- or 5-pin.

In which country is this unit made.

This unit is manufactured in China.

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Mackie Cable Tester

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Brand
Mackie
Colour
Original
Item weight
635 g
Power source
Battery
Style
Industrial

⚡9V battery powered

📏Compact 16.5x12.2x6.9 cm

🎛️Multi-connector testing

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Description

🎧 Never miss a beat—test every cable like a pro!

PORTABLE POWER - Battery-powered with 9V for on-the-go reliability
TRUSTED BY PROS - Mackie quality with 4.7-star rating from 1,080 users
PRECISION OHMMETER - Accurate cable continuity and resistance measurement
RUGGED INDUSTRIAL DESIGN - Built tough for live sound and studio environments
UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR COMPATIBILITY - Test 1/4” TRS & TS, 1/8” TRS & TS, XLR, RCA effortlessly

The Mackie Cable Tester is a compact, battery-powered ohmmeter designed for quick and reliable testing of the most common audio connectors including 1/4” and 1/8” TRS/TS, XLR, and RCA. Its rugged industrial build and trusted brand reputation make it an essential tool for live sound engineers and studio professionals seeking flawless connectivity.

Specifications

ASIN	B079C7K7TD
Brand Name	Mackie
Color	Original Version
Country Of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,085)
Global Trade Identification Number	00663961054026
Included Components	MTest-1
Item Dimensions	16.5 x 12.2 x 6.9 centimeters
Item Type Name	Cable Tester
Item Weight	635 g
Manufacturer	Mackie
Measurement Type	Ohmmeter
Minimum Operating Voltage	9 Volts (DC)
Model	CT-MACKIE
Part Number	MTest-1
Power Source	Battery Powered
Specification Met	IEC 61010-1
Style Name	Industrial
UPC	663961054026
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	1 year manufacturer

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