RCA wanted for unbalanced "consumer" line level -10 dBu both input and output I am not a DIYer, no matter how "simple" the project - I am willing to pay for OTS ready to go. Any feedback on this handmade option? https://www.ebay.com/itm/394182979363 Looking to feed a consumer type preamp...

As a basis for comparison, Creek Audio OBH-11, 10 mW into low to medium impedance HPs, 30 ohm to 300 ohm Say one is available for $150 delivered including the OBH-Uni 24V power supply. Many say this is old hat tech, not so great compared to what's available these days. So, suggestions...

I was going to order the Schiit HEL, really appeals to me, love that big knob on top, but I've learned it hasn't much flexibility in its microphone / call handling, so now exploring other options. Decided that the DAC side is now such a commodity, and BT so specialized, not looking here for a...

Question about these issues in general, not to be tied down to any particular device, except for illustration purposes. But let's assume modern SS equipment, not characteristics from equipment decades ago. I don't know from balanced connections, so please point out where they differ from...

keywords: Headset Headphone Microphone Mics Source Selector Splitter Smartphone PC Calls Conferencing switches both headphones + stereo mics between two sources TRS 1/8" / 3.5mm unbalanced connectors, needs adapters for CTIA TRRS can switch between e.g. smartphone & PC, for making and...

Please read my obligatory "hello forum" introductory post for general background context: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/hi-im-bit-of-a-private-sort.936027 I'm not sure what this device "X" would be called. At this point I want the flexibility of best-of breed single-purpose modules, nothing...

I choose not to reveal anything about myself at this time, other than: I am very inexperienced in most aspects of this forum's topics. Living off the grid for many decades, I do know a fair bit about alternative energy, namely renewable sources and battery storage. Currently learning to apply...