Does RCA Splitters work fine ?

[lerio]

Hi, i'll need extra RCA output as i'll gonna connect my hifi system to my Cantate Amp and as i'll one for my mixer (only used this one until now), does RCA Splitters does a good job ? no lost of power of quality ? something like this http://www.headphone.com/products/ca...-splitters.php

Thank's

 

[FallenAngel]

Using these will essentially divide the output of your "hifi system" between the 2 other devices ("Cantate Amp" and "mixer"). Not always will it be an even division, that depends on input impedance of these 2.

Personally, I would recommend using a simple A/B switchbox to switch the outputs.

 

[lerio]

That will fit better my need and if you say that will be better go for that, you have a link of that A/B switchbox ? recomendation of a model ?


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Originally Posted by FallenAngel /img/forum/go_quote.gif Personally, I would recommend using a simple A/B switchbox to switch the outputs.

 

[nikongod]

provided that both devices have volume controls and reasonably high input impedances (as they probbaly do - so that the combined impedance dosnt get anywhere near the output impedance of the source) there is very little wrong with using splitters. they are something of a band-aid, but they get the job done.

 

[ecclesand]

I think a more appropriate response to your question is another question...
Do you already have a Meier Cantate and how did you get it before release?

I would go for the RCA splitters...check out monoprice.com...

 

[lerio]

I whish i have it already

Normally in 2 weeks they'll be available, i'll post pics and revienw and i have it

Other then that you have a opinion on RCA-splitters or A/B switchbox ?


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Originally Posted by ecclesand /img/forum/go_quote.gif I think a more appropriate response to your question is another question... Do you already have a Meier Cantate and how did you get it before release?

 

[bhd812]

These will work just fine..

Is it the correct way of doing things? yes..
is it the high end audio way where we HAVE to make everything complicated and expensive? no
Will it work for your need? yes
Will you hear a difference between these and the Fancy over priced ones? no

Adding a A/B box is adding more into the chain, in other words now the Audio signal has to pass threw more crap and more cable to get where it has to..
Unless You really need some major splits (like one source driving 5 headphone amps) then don't waste your sound quality, money, and time with a A/B box.

(if you need lots of outputs then look at the Manley skip jack)

 

[mrarroyo]

A very nice and inexpensive spliter box is the Line Router (LR 1) by Dr. Lloyd of Mapletree. I have had one for a while now and it works beautifully, you have up to 6 inputs/outputs and you choose the combination. You can view it at: http://hollowstate.netfirms.com/

 

[cotdt]

yes, go ahead and use the RCA splitters. they are very transparent for 99% of sources. just make sure your source has a reasonably low output impedance (which most sources do).

 

[kramer5150]

ditto everything Billy said. I use a pair of those rat-shack adapters to split between my entech => PPA / O1-Headamp.

I got tired of being a telephone switchboard operator every time I wanted to swap amps.

No problems thus far.

Garrett

 

[lerio]

Ok but i'll just want to see a pics of a Simple A/B switchbox (not the big box from Mapletree who may cost a lot)

I talk about a 40 $ A/B switchbox, then i'll make my choose

Thank's for all you reply guy's

 

[Pibborando]

A $40 switcher will degrade the SQ far more than a splitter will. I'd go with the splitter.

 

[lerio]

What range of price should it be so to not degrade quality vs splitter

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Originally Posted by Pibborando /img/forum/go_quote.gif A $40 switcher will degrade the SQ far more than a splitter will. I'd go with the splitter.

 

[Balisarda]

If you only need to split one signal in two, RCA splitters are the simplest, least expensive solution. I've been using Radio Shack RCA splitters for a couple months without any complaints at all.

I'd be impressed if you could notice any differences between the split signal and the unsplit.

Buy the switchbox only if you have too much money in your wallet, dislike simple and effective solutions, or have multiple inputs and outputs to manage.

 

[kramer5150]

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Originally Posted by Balisarda /img/forum/go_quote.gif Buy the switchbox only if you have too much money in your wallet, dislike simple and effective solutions, or have multiple inputs and outputs to manage.

LOL!!! the head-fi way