The fitting attached either to the end of a cable, or the receptacle. E.g., RCA, XLR, TRS, BNC, HDMI, etc.
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Difference between TRS and XLR connectors
Aside from the obvious differences in the physical connectors, is there an advantage to one over the other? Specifically, I am looking to connect powered near-field monitor speakers to my USB audio ...
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TRS/TS vs RCA cable?
I have to purchase an instrument, that its output (mono) can be either 1/4 TS or RCA.
The device signal goes to a preamp (If I'll go for the RCA version, the cable will be RCA to TS).
My question is:
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What are the Concentric Ring Connectors On Wireless Capsules called?
Does anyone know what the connector is called which has the center dot and two concentric rings around it found on Shure, Lectrosonics etc wireless systems? I'm sure, like XLR or TRS its got some sort ...
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Difference between 3.5mm and quarter inch plug?
What's the difference between these two types of plugs? Why do they exist? Why can't all plugs be 3.5mm ?
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How to hook up guitar to Mac Pro?
Besides the actual guitar, what are my options as far as hardware is concerned for connecting it to my Mac Pro? Is it possible to plug the guitar directly into the computer? Is it significantly better ...
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What is the difference between a balanced and unbalanced mono jack?
My Behringer Xenyx 1202 FX has "Balanced or Unbalanced Jacks". In addition the answer to this previous question reference both. What's the difference between the two types of Mono Jacks.
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Audio from PA system to Camcorder
I've been asked to video tape a Q/A session with a speaker, and I plan to use my HD camcorder (http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-HDC-TM700K-Camcorder-Control-Internal/dp/B0035LD0EY).
The issue is that ...
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Neutrik XLR 1/4" Combo Jacks and Phantom Power
For devices that support mic input on the XLR and line level input on the 1/4" parts of one of those Neutrik combo jacks, do I generally need to worry about phantom power being sent to my line-level ...
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How to connect Alesis MMT-8 to Roland TR-909
I want to connect Alesis MMT-8 to Roland TR-909 via MIDI. Carefully studying the manuals, I try to record what is pressed on the TR-909 by recording with the MMT8 and pressing instrument keys on the ...
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Sony TV RCA output into Yamaha HS80M input via RCA male to XLR male: Is it safe?
Title says it all really. Just want to check up before I do this.
I have a spare set of Yamaha HS80M monitors lying around. Rather than just having them sitting on the shelf, I'd like to connect them ...
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What's the best setup to transfer a digital or analog video over 100 ft?
I'm looking for the best (price/quality) solution to send a digital or analog video signal to an lcd tv or beamer over 80 - 100 ft. The input can be hdmi, vga or dvi (all must be possible). The output ...
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AMP > Mini-jack > PC mic port = ok?
I have a bass amp with a Jack output for headphones. I bought a Jack <> Mini-Jack converter, and a Mini-Jack <> Mini-Jack cable.
I thought that I could just throw these things together, and put ...
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Fix / manage loose connections on microphones (XLR)
I have a small home studio, and use about a dozen microphones. As it is a home studio, I work on a limited budget. I purchased inexpensive cables and used (but good) microphones. However, recently ...
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Why does the headset buddy 3.5 mm male to microphone and speaker female have a stereo jack for the microphone?
I'm looking over this product by Headset Buddy. Simply, why does this reviewer claim the microphone jack is stereo:
Mic port has to be stereo. Most headsets use stereo mics, so if you're using it ...
