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Need help fast - Unbalanced Preamp to Balanced Amp

I have a NAD C162 Preamp that has two pairs of outputs that can go to multiple amps.

I have a balanced amp with ONLY XLR inputs (obviously).

What is the best way to connect the preamp to the amp? Is the best way to configure this setup to use both right outputs from the preamp (via Y splitter cable?) to the balanced amp to maintain voltage (and do the same with both left outputs at the pre)? Not a techy type of dude so any help would be appreciated.
audiocr381ve
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kr4
3,651 posts
 
It is very likely that the two outputs are just two sets of connectors from the same amp, so combining them gets you nothing.

OTOH, all you really need is a decent RCA-to-XLR cable. This does not do anything except enable the connection. Not ideal. http://www.adorama.com/HOGXR134.html

One can make/buy an adapter that actually converts the signal to/from SE to/from BAL such as http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/555-8485
kenl
131 posts
 
Kal - This is just the sort of thing I've been looking for to connect an unbalanced preamp to a balanced amp. I've tried DIY cables, but wound up with a hum problem. Do you think this converter is of sufficient quality to use with Rowland & Placette gear without degrading the signal? Thanks.
samhar
1,048 posts
 
Kenl
Have you tried asking Kimber or Nordost if they will fabricate adapters using the same wire you are using? Audioquest made a pair for me once and they worked great, after I had tried the Hosa and didn't care for what they did to the sound!!!!
2002ss335
84 posts
 
You could give these a try.

Cardas

Regards,
Todd
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