Just a thought here but,,,,,,xlr adapters?

My OPPO UDP205 used as a DAC has XLR output sockets. the rca outputs are currently being used.

My Revox B-77 has RCA inputs and outputs.

My pre-amp Audio Research SP-9 MK III, RCA inputs

Recording speed, 7 1/2 ips. 10 inch reels.

I was thinking of XLR adapters for the Revox's input / output to help with tape noise not so much from the dac but to the pre amp.

Any thoughts? suggestions? constructive criticisms?

joes4402-27-2022 8:20pm

soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 10,015 posts 02-28-2022 at 08:33pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I was told by a designer of high-end DACs that the digital signal much prefers the AES/EBU to the point that using adapters to RCA is still a net positive. I’ve no personal experience doing this, but I trust his advice as much as adding extra connections goes against my intuitive grain.
soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 10,015 posts 02-27-2022 at 08:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I’ve been told by @bigkidz who designs high-end DACs that you’re better off using AES/EBU (the digital version of XLR) converters than using just RCA connectors. Could be wrong, so hopefully he’ll chime in here.