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Can I convert stereo to mono for a phono input

My preamp doesn't have a switch to convert stereo to mono.  I would like to switch a stereo signal to mono to set my cartridge azimuth (when using two channels out of phase, this method allows accurate balancing of the channels).  Is there a way to build a simple converter: two RCA female plugs taking a stereo signal and mixing it to mono, output as two RCA male plugs (mono signal)?


I have a test LP that provides a stereo track (test signal) with the two sides out of phase.  All I would need to do is feed that through the mono converter to set my azimuth. 

Thanks for any advice.  Peter

peter_s

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fleib
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Azimuth adjustment on a test record like Analogue Productions, provides a test tone for each channel individually. No need to build or buy anything other than the right record.
fleib
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Why do things the easy way when you can do them the hard way and risk your equipment at the same time?

**Azimuth Adjustment

Track 2 - 1KHz reference level, left channel only                            Measure right channel output

Track 3 - 1KHz reference level, right channel only                            Measure left channel output **

Analogue Productions Test LP (about $40)

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