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   Hi all. Does an unbalanced output (preamp) signal need to be converted before going through a balanced crossover and back to a unbalanced input on the amp ? I am using the converter now.  Could the converter be eliminated and use adapters without degrading the signal?    
   Thanks
rhodes
gdnrbob
4,457 posts
 
@OP, 
If you mean running a balanced cable to rca, then, yes, you need a converter- Preferably one of Jensen's.
Using a cable without one would be a kludge.
Unfortunately, you would need two cables-
Balanced to balanced
Into converter, then
RCA to RCA.
Bob
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fuzztone
5,634 posts
 
No. Just use adapters like these.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/153198570704
XLR male AND female.
I did for years into a pro tape deck.
You only should add transformers if your signal is too weak.
rhodes OP
123 posts
 
Ok thanks
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