Equalizer in a Hi Fi system

Thanks tlcocks!The adapters were pin 1and 2 together for signal pin 3 for ground.I did look for Mogami but couldn't locate one.I settled for Monoprice. I'll search harder I guess knowing they exist, lol.I don't want to add a box.More connections are never a good thing. I've been looking at new and used and actually trying to learn more about them by reading on pro audio sites and familiarizing myself with what the various brands have to offer.The API SR24 stereo (less $) and Charter Oak don't look overly elaborate like some others.I don't need a zillion functions.

Anyways I will find a pair of Mogami Gold and see how that goes first.

API looks nice. Not stereo ganged. Every adjustment have to turn two dials the same amount. Look for stereo ganged unit. I know the SPL PQ is pricey, but it’ll do ganged so one turn for both channels. I’d spring for that if both of my CO died. 

Mogami GOLD XLR to RCA 6 foot available on Amazon 

I've had the hankering for getting a new DAC, and noticed that the RME ADI-2 DAC has lots of cool features, among them being 5-bands of parametric EQ.  Right now I'm using a studio equalizer only for vinyl playback, but having digital EQ right there in the DAC seems like a great way to go!   It goes for $1300.  I'm still deciding on it.  

I’ve heard RME dac is a little edgy or a little digital glare or etch. Don’t know if that’s true. I’ve yet to find a digital EQ that tone shapes even close to balanced analog studio EQ. If you try though, I’d love to hear thy impressions!