They are inexpensive solutions that allow one to convert an unbalanced source to a balanced one. One example is the Art Cleanbox. Do they really work without degrading the sound quality?
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For $55 that probably uses a drv134 to balance the signal. I'd say that was a less than ideal solution. The cheapest good solution is probably a pair of cinemag
cmli 15/15b transformers. I have a pair of those in my amp, and they work pretty well.
cmli 15/15b transformers. I have a pair of those in my amp, and they work pretty well.
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For $55 that probably uses a drv134 to balance the signal. I'd say that was a less than ideal solution. The cheapest good solution is probably a pair of cinemag
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I'm sure there are many, best bet is to hire someone to build a box with those tho 

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