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Xperia Neo V compatible earphones

I wanted to know if Sony XBA-3 earphones are compatible with Xperia Neo V phone? Also, how to find out the output impedance on the phone's headphone jack? Will there be any need of amplifier? If yes, ...
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Headphones impedance and the SPL

The headphones A has an impedance of 32 Ohms. The headphones B has an impedance of 250 Ohms. Both of the headphones are similar by size. Is it right that the headphones B will play quieter by ...
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What is the effect of impedance on headphone sound quality?

Most headphones used with portable electronics are low-impedance, around 32 ohms. This is because the power supplied by the device is limited due to it being battery powered, and the low impedance in ...
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Does headphone impedance make any difference except for volume? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: What is the effect of impedance on headphone sound quality? Does headphone impedance make any difference except for volume?
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What is impedance and why do I care when buying a microphone?

I've been researching some mics and aside from reviews I've been looking at the specs. I'm not sure I understand what impedance is and why I care about it when purchasing a mic.
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Microphone pre-amp on Soundcraft EFX12

I think that on our Soundcraft EFX12 the microphone pre-amps for two channels are blown. This because sounds are distorted and the peak light blinks even though a solo (pfl) indicates only -20 db ...
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How do I match a microphone to a preamp

How can I tell if a microphone with work with a given preamp? Some preamps don't have the power for dynamic or ribbon mics. How can I tell if a certain mic is extra needy in the gain department? ...
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Mic level or line level for long runs?

When running sound for a group with keyboards and other devices that have balanced outs, I will often run them through the same snake and attach them to the line level input on my mixer. I don't ...
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What does an active DI box offer that a passive doesn't?

I heard that an active DI box doesn't amplify the signal at all in anyway so what is the benefit over a passive unit and is it always preferable?