Analog interconnects

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:

1. Balanced
2. Un-balanced