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   Hi all. Does an unbalanced output (preamp) signal need to be converted before going through a balanced crossover and back to a unbalanced input on the amp ? I am using the converter now.  Could the converter be eliminated and use adapters without degrading the signal?    
   Thanks
rhodes
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erik_squires
16,056 posts
 
Yes, you may have to turn it up after though.
rhodes OP
123 posts
 
Thanks Erik. Your opinion keep as is or use adapters? Just wanted to eliminate some cables.  
gdnrbob
4,444 posts
 
@OP, 
If you mean running a balanced cable to rca, then, yes, you need a converter- Preferably one of Jensen's.
Using a cable without one would be a kludge.
Unfortunately, you would need two cables-
Balanced to balanced
Into converter, then
RCA to RCA.
Bob
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fuzztone
5,598 posts
 
No. Just use adapters like these.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/153198570704
XLR male AND female.
I did for years into a pro tape deck.
You only should add transformers if your signal is too weak.
rhodes OP
123 posts
 
Ok thanks
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