Anyone who thinks there is no reason for XLR cables unless 10m runs is cra-cra, calling anything else they suggest into question
The only way that MIGHT be true is when/if the components are not dif balanced and merely offering XLR I/Os as a convenience, OR, the cables themselves are crap
As to preamps Tortuga Audio in the Tampa area has some great options
https://www.tortugaaudio.com/
hth
The only way that MIGHT be true is when/if the components are not dif balanced and merely offering XLR I/Os as a convenience, OR, the cables themselves are crap
As to preamps Tortuga Audio in the Tampa area has some great options
https://www.tortugaaudio.com/
hth