Non-Latching or No Latch Female XLR Connector

Hello again Otto- You may find an audible signal degradation with an adapter, if the rest of your system is very resolving. Hopefully- you won't!

You simply pull the cable end out of the connector. If the chassis XLR has no latch, the friction of the plug holds it in place(just like an RCA).

My Mackie Onyx 32.4 has no-latch XLR chassis receptacles too(28 females). Some Neutrik chassis receptacles have a spring retainer, instead of a latch. ie: (http://www.neutrik.com/en/xlr/a-series/nc3fah-0) If you can see the locking window(slot) in the male IC plug, you should be able to depress the spring with a small(jeweler's type) screwdriver, IF required. It's supposed to take 14.75lbs/ft(20N), to pull the plug from a(Neutrik) receptacle(without a screwdriver). IF NOT; Mr G offered good advice, regarding the manual/contacting the manufacturer. I've never seen a twist release, 3 pin XLR, but- I supposed anything's possible.

I can't think of a benefit, unless the equipment/cabling was in a location that allowed for tampering. The solution would be to replace the chassis receptacles with the latching types. Personally; I would choose from those with either silver or gold plated contact points. ie: (http://www.neutrik.com/en/xlr/xlr-chassis-connectors/a-series/) (http://www.neutrik.com/en/xlr/xlr-chassis-connectors/d-series/) (http://www.switchcraft.com/productsummary.aspx?Parent=476)

Hi Otto- I do agree that those receptacles would seem an unnecessary inconvenience. If you are pleased with the unit's presentation, it's might worth converting. Not really much in the way of expense and an easy swap(if you can solder). Then again- How often will you be changing ICs? Now that you know the trick(re: disconnection); Do you really need latching connectors? Enjoy your music!