My Oppo BDP 105 and Wyred4Sound SSi 500 have the balanced inputs/outputs. I use the traditional analog connections but wonder what others experiences are with the balanced connections. Before I dropped the $$ on the cables I thought I might seek out opinions. Thanks!
Ok, I bought a pair of custom made (and very affordable) balanced cables on A'Gon. Immediately I heard a difference. I heard details in cd's I hadn't heard (or noticed) before. I also sensed an increase in bass. I will say for disclosure that previous interconnects were basic Anti-Cables which are very good in their own right. Right now I'm happy with the choice. Thanks for all of your input!
Beernut....unless your components are differentially balanced (separate circuits for +, -), you will derive no benefit from balanced connections. Many companies include XLR inputs and outputs on their units for bragging rights.....fake.
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