Is AES/EBU the same as XLR?


I was curious to know if I can use the same analog XLR cables that I currently use between my cd player and preamp for the connection between my digital AES/EBU output on my cd player to my DAC.

Are they the same cable? If not, what is the difference? The connections look identical to me.

Thank you.
aaronmadler

Showing 1 response by nvanderstoep

'so you never know what will sound good.'

I second that! Have often been surprised. Give it a go and let us know.