KGSS -- XLR v. RCA Inputs

[PATB]

Is there any real or theoretical difference between the XLR and RCA inputs of the KGSS (e.g., Headamp KGSS)? I will have mine soon but can't decide on whether to connect it to the XLR or RCA outputs of my source. I prefer headphones over speakers, so if the KGSS XLR inputs are supposedly better, speaker amps will have to settle for the RCAs.

Thanks much for any info.

---Pat

 

[bozebuttons]

I seem to find my Headamp Kgss sounds slightly better using the XLR inputs,Justin also mentioned this to me.
It may also have something to do with most balanced outputs have a 6db gain over rca outputs in some equipment like ML gear& my Meitner gear.

 

[PATB]

Thanks Booze. I can't get a decent speaker setup in my listening room, so might as well optimize the headphones by plugging the KGSS to the XLR.

---Pat

 

[dannyandelyse]

Tom knows his stuff.....XLRs by a smidgeon

 

[spritzer]

Well I find the XLR inputs do sound better. It is not by a mile but there is a difference.

 

[Edwood]

XLR's will win especially if you have a longer cable run, and will help reject alot of EMI/RFI that may be there.

Ground loops can be a real pain, but a nice balanced run solved ground loop problems I've had in the past.

-Ed