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RCA to XLR Adapter

I have a Herron pre amp that has only RCA outputs.  I'm considering buying a pair of used Merrill Audio Veritas Monoblocks that only have XLR inputs. I found these Cardas female RCA to male XLR adapters that would allow me to make the connection.  Are there any downsides to using adapters such as these? 
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gp4jesus
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If you make your own, be patient, twice check your connections, and try one channel at a time. 
If you get hum, obviously something is incorrect, check again😊
Been there, ”doing that,” satisfied w/the results. One day I’ll upgrade the cabling. Right now too many other, bigger fish to fry. 
Tony
gp4jesus
36 posts
 
ebm6 is correct - adapters in the path will degrade SQ

Concerning the “mixing and matching” connecting single ended to balanced or the reverse - some degradation can occur. 
My cables are the adapter - XLR on one end, RCA one the other. My balanced gear is forgiving - some is not😡 As I posted, one day better cables w/better connectors. Better ingredients better 🍕😊. 
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