rca to xlr - best way?

Or....any manufacturer will make whichever model cable you prefer with the ends that you like! Also...there are "adapters" that you can purchase that convert RCA to XLR. I believe that Cardas makes one. I just bought an XLR (source) to RCA (amp) from www.fatwyre.com.....they made me one from Wireworld eclipse CHEAP!!! and had it to me in 5 days. I bought a cheapie because it is for my headphone amp. I think too much of my equipment to use an adapter (adapters seem to go against the "simple circuit" theory behind high end audio), however, I know high-enders that do use adapters with no/litte degredation.

If your sub is a long way away or has a potential ground loop (ie plugged into a different electrical circuit) you should would be best to use a transformer to convert from single ended to balaced. Then run an inexpesive balanced line to your sub. The transformer will balance your line and match the typical impedence of a balanced line. This will reduce potential ground loops and you will benefit from the common mode noise rejection provided by a balanced circuit. Blue Circle, Rane, and a bunch of companies that specialize in studio or professional audio make them. For a subwoofer appication you don't have to spend a lot.

Deepblue has a point. Balance is just that; not the same as unbalanced. Just using an adapter may cause problems and even degrade sound some. Good Luck

balanced lines *can* be quieter in long runs. if it's not a problem for you, neutrik makes xlr-rca adaptors in any configuration ya want - m-m, m-f, f-m, f-f, etc. i got 'em at my local pro-music store for $6.50 each. doug

look up RANE at www.rane.com , they have two units for coversion...Rane BB 44X Balance Buddy and the BB 22 Balance Buddy....there a maker of pro and consumer equalizers and other products.