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Balanced audio switching

My Oppo BDP-95 connects to the single balanced analog input of my Cary 11a processor for stereo. I want to connect my Sony XA5400ES to that same Cary balanced input. Only one player at a time would have an active signal. Can I use a $25 Y cable from Blue Jeans or do I need something like a $190 Kramer box? Can both players be powered up even though only one has output?

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dbphd OP
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Thanks for the advice, Al. Wayne at Blue Jeans also advised that I go with the passive switch box, so that's what I'll do. I'll also check out MAD.

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dbphd OP
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Riffer,

Can you provide a link or more info on the MAD switch. I've been unable to find anything about it.
dcbingaman
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You can make a balanced switcher with 4PDT switch - the wipers go to the output. Tocos makes a good switch - look on eBay.
riffer
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The MAD switch is called a "Line Router". Just scroll down on the page I linked.

My RCA one is direct wired; no circuit board. RCA's and wire appear to be god quality. The case is nice. Maybe not as nice as brushed aluminum, but still good.
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jsd52756
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I have a Goldpoint switchbox that works very well with a great build quality.

http://www.goldpt.com/sw2x.html

-JD
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