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In Reply to: PC Sound Card posted by svisner on October 26, 2004 at 03:57:23:
I had the same question. What I was told is that the 1/4" plugs provide better electrical contact vs an RCA connection. Also, in studios they are less likely to become loose.For the EMU, as I recall, it has another benefit (please check me on this): you can use a mono plug for an unbalanced connection to your amp, or a stereo connection for a balanced connection (with the appropriate cables and the ability of your amp to accept a balance connection of course.
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I tried the top of the line balanced 1/4" cables at guitar center but I don't recall the name (they were about $100 for a 15' foot pair). For cables that don't claim to be audiophile quality, they were very good.
Appreciate the information. Were the cables you tried 1/4" at one end and RCA at the other (i.e., compatible with my preamplifier)?
Since my amp can accept a balanced connection, the cables I tried were 1/4 to balanced. However, they do have the same brand of cable with 1/4 to RCA.
Thanks. I went to their site but did not find the cables you mention. If you could provide brand name, would be grateful.
Hi,This is the cable I purchased at Guitar Center in Phoenix. I purchased a longer length balanced version of this cable, but the brand is the same. Mogami is a respected brand in pro music/studio field.
From Musicians Friend website:Mogami Gold Series Studio RCA to 1/4" Mono Hi-Definition Patch Cable
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Features:
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