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Single Ended vs Balanced Output Gain
RCA vs XLR,the sound is also different. The mid sound in RCV connect will be outstanding, while XLR high,mid,low will be even. I try to connect RCA pre to XLR amp(use RCA to XLR cable ),and the sound is like some mixed,finally I give up that cabl... 
Upscale Audio and Primaluna
I saw Kevin compare PL and Audio research amp on youtube and as a audio research user I am impressive about it.    
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
After one hour listen,I give up. If the power amplifier do not have the RCA socket,you better do couple with balanced pre. Right now,I have 2 system 1, Audio Research LS25 MK2 + Audio Research REF 75se 2, RCA pre + audio research VT100 MKiii ... 
integrated amp on a budget
@brianh61  Yes,I agree. those old Luxman is very good value in sound and value with $25XX price. Just remind to pay attention the voltage different in Japan.    
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
Just receive the RCA to XLR cable.  When I hooked on, the voice sound is a little small than my RCA to RCA cable, the instrument music is still loud. Totally speaking ,the sound is very beautiful, only  the mid sound a little weak. I do not know t... 
integrated amp on a budget
Luxman model on ebay directly from Japan might have voltage problem,there is no imformation on ebay. @brianh61  Must check with the seller before put the order.   
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
In Some preamplifier,the left RCA and right RCA is very near and with this adapter,there is no enough space to mount  it on. My way is order a RCA to xla cable,I do not receive the cable yet,and will tell when I try.  
What makes the biggest difference in sound quality?
@steakster Agree with  that everything matters, and speakers are the majority.  
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
Many people think XLR is better port. Do you think of Conrad Johnson pre and amp? They always use RCA port and so many people love this brand. I might enter this brand some day if it works well with audio research power amplifier.  
Atma-Sphere MP1 with single-ended inputs and outputs? Adapters OK?
I think RCA output to XLR input cable will be safe, but XLR output and RCA input will be careful.  
Bluos and youtube music
Yes, I meet the similar case, I want to listen YouTube music through Yamaha wxc 50, it do go through Bluetooth of the streamer, but the sound level is quite low compared with normal stream. Not in the same quality level and I do not like it.  
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
Some people did think the balanced connection is better, which is not true. The most important things is the amplifier design. balanced or unbalanced is not the key matter,and we should not get the conclusion based on that.      
amplifier longevity
The product is durable or not, largely  depends on the company, and also depends on the right usage.  Tube amp could last very long time, and SS amp could fail in short period of time.It is all case by case,and  decided by the points I memtioned ... 
Preamp shootout: Linear tube audio, Modwright, etc.
+1 for Modwright 36.5 It is the one of best Pre amplifiers on the market. I am just wondering there are so few talking about this pre.      
Anybody use a single ended component with one that is balanced?
XLR and RCA both are OK, usually XLR give you 3d,spacious sound body. RCA give you the taste, some time some one said mellow sound. It’s all depends of your selection. Some time I will use RCA to XLR cable in small space for vocal jazz, and fee...