[MH79]

Inspired after seeing the dual balanced cmoy amp thread, and finally wrapping my head around how balanced headphones actually work (this site really helped: http://www.headphone.com/products/fa...vs-unbalanced/ ), I think I may have a go at running my HD-580 in a balanced set up (once I get all the bits)

Now, would it be possible to just buy a HD-650 cable, and modify it for balanced operation? I'd only really end up using the plugs from the HD-650 really (it's a shame you can't get the plugs seperately for a reasonable cost).

Also, is there any reason to use XLR plugs apart from durability? I was planning on using 1/4" jacks instead.

 

[MH79]

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Originally Posted by Electron Tube /img/forum/go_quote.gif Very easy to do. Cut off the stock plug on the stock cable. Slap on dual xlrs and presto. Of course you could also use dual 1/4 inchers, but the easiest method I believe is just a single 4 pin xlr.

So the stock cable actually has 4 cores? I was expecting 2 cores plus shared ground.... That makes things even better.

I guess 4 pin XLR would be neater and nicer - I'll have to get ordering. Thanks.

 

[SK138]

Here is wiring diagram you should keep in mind and you are all set to rock your world.

Keep also in mind, the thinner pin is "+" and thicker pin is "-". It's a pain in the a** to solder stock HD650 cables...so use lot of flux and keep your soldering iron clean.

If you need to make some balanced patch cables...here is a great site: http://www.mediacollege.com/audio/connection/

Good luck...

(Picture from unknown head-fier)

 

[MH79]

Thanks for the piccy SK138... I've ordered another HD-650 cable, so I'm just waiting for the parts to arrive now.

I should be going for a similar set up to your cmoybb's but with Penguinamp Caffeines instead - balanced on a budget.

 

[XGJFilmsX]

sounds like it would be nice, i would like to know how they turn out

 

[MH79]

Will do, but it won't be done for a while yet...

Post is still taking ages in the UK as we;ve had a postal strike recently, and it seems they;re still dealing with the backlog...

 

[SK138]

MikeHunt79, you need to change your avatar. I can't concentrate reading the posts

Balanced cMoy is lots of fun. You will enjoy it.

 

[MH79]

I've been instructed in another thread not to change it, so it's staying for now.

One of my amps is burning in now... hopefully the other one should arrive soon, then I should be ready to give it a go.