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| + | Balanced interconnects typically take the form of shielded twisted-pair cable with XLR or 1/4" [[T.R.S.]] connectors on one or both ends. Most cabels have the same type of connector on both ends; but [[Adapter cables]] can be used to make balanced connections between equipment that has XLR connector and equipment that has T.R.S. connectors. | ||
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Revision as of 12:17, 6 March 2012
Overview
The term "Analog interconnects" is used to describe electrical interconnects which connect audio equipment. This can include coaxial cables with RCA connectors, shielded twisted-pair cable with XLR connectors, twisted-pair or coaxial cables with 1/4" "phone" connectors, and adapter cables with different connectors on each end.
Basics
Analog interconnects basically fall into two sub-categories:
- Balanced
- Un-balanced
Balanced interconnects
Balanced interconnects typically take the form of shielded twisted-pair cable with XLR or 1/4" T.R.S. connectors on one or both ends. Most cabels have the same type of connector on both ends; but Adapter cables can be used to make balanced connections between equipment that has XLR connector and equipment that has T.R.S. connectors.