RCA out to XLR in - use regular cable into XLR adapter into preamp, or XLR adapter into blanced cable into preamp? - TA

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RCA out to XLR in - use regular cable into XLR adapter into preamp, or XLR adapter into blanced cable into preamp?

I have a source component with RCA outs. My BAT preamp only takes XLR inputs. Which do you think is the better option?
1. Use a regular cable out of the source component, with RCA-to-XLR adapter to connect into the preamp
OR
2. Use an RCA-to-XLR adapter right out of the source component, with a balanced cable to connect into the preamp
I may or may not use a long cable (like 2M) from the source into the preamp, depending on how I move things around the room. I have extra pairs of regular and balanced cables (same brand/type), so the cost difference between regular vs balanced cable is not an issue. The RCA output jacks on the component are wide enough that I can fit adapters on there.
Thanks!!

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Topic - RCA out to XLR in - use regular cable into XLR adapter into preamp, or XLR adapter into blanced cable into preamp? - TA 20:04:33 02/13/07 (2)

Re: RCA out to XLR in - use regular cable into XLR adapter into preamp, or XLR adapter into blanced cable into preamp? - Presto 13:40:38 02/14/07 (0)

My guess is ... - Feanor 06:47:41 02/14/07 (0)

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