RCA Cables & Adapters


What is RCA?

RCA connectors are a type of electrical connector commonly used for transmitting analog audio and video signals. Typically, they feature colour-coded plugs—yellow for composite video, red for right-channel audio, and white or black for left-channel audio. RCA connectors were widely used in home entertainment systems, such as for connecting DVD players, VCRs, game consoles, and older TVs. Despite the rise of digital connections like HDMI, RCA remains in use for some legacy devices and audio equipment. They are simple, reliable, and affordable, though they are limited to standard-definition video and stereo audio, making them less suitable for modern high-definition systems.

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RCA

Maplin Twin RCA Phono to Twin RCA Phono Cable Maplin Twin RCA Phono to Twin RCA Phono Cable
Maplin Twin RCA Phono to Twin RCA Phono Cable

Maplin

From £5.99
Maplin 3-Way RCA Phono Coupler Adapter Red/White/Yellow Sockets - Black Maplin 3-Way RCA Phono Coupler Adapter Red/White/Yellow Sockets - Black
Maplin 3-Way RCA Phono Coupler Adapter Red/White/Yellow Sockets - Black

Maplin

£4.99

HDMI

Maplin RCA to HDMI Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler Maplin RCA to HDMI Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler
Maplin RCA to HDMI Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler

Maplin

£12.99
Maplin HDMI to RCA Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler Maplin HDMI to RCA Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler
Maplin HDMI to RCA Converter 1080p 60HZ Upscaler

Maplin

£12.99

SCART

Maplin SCART to S-Video or Triple RCA Adapter Maplin SCART to S-Video or Triple RCA Adapter
Maplin SCART to S-Video or Triple RCA Adapter

Maplin

£8.99
 SCART to S-Video or triple phono RCA  Switchable to an input or an output connection  Allows a separate SCART device to be connected simultaneously  Only one input device should be switched on at any one time  Perfect for connecting to a SCART socket on a television

FAQ

What is an RCA connector?

An RCA connector is a type of electrical connector used to transmit analog audio and video signals. It is characterized by colour-coded plugs: yellow for composite video, red for right-channel audio, and white or black for left-channel audio.

What devices use RCA connectors?

RCA connectors were widely used in older devices like VCRs, DVD players, gaming consoles, home stereo systems, and older TVs. While less common today, RCA is still found in some legacy audio equipment, turntables, and some audio/video converters.

What are the different colours of RCA connectors?

RCA connectors are typically colour-coded as follows:

  • Yellow: Composite video signal
  • Red: Right audio channel (stereo)
  • White/Black: Left audio channel (stereo)

Some setups might also include additional colours for component video (red, green, and blue) or other signals.

What is the difference between RCA and HDMI?

RCA is an analog connection, while HDMI is a digital connection. HDMI provides higher-quality video and audio, supporting HD and 4K content, whereas RCA is limited to standard-definition video and stereo audio. HDMI can also carry both video and audio in a single cable, whereas RCA requires separate cables for each signal.