[fault151]

The ivy module converts balanced signal to single ended signal, but can it work in reverse? I need some sort of diy module that converts single ended signal to balanced signal for my b22. Can anyone suggest a unit?

 

[vvs_75]

Did you build one already?

Do you need converter for digital or analog signal?

 

[Dreadhead]

Rane | BALANCE BUDDY 2 Channel Level Matching Converter | BB22

cheers,
Chris

 

[fault151]

Quote:

Originally Posted by vvs_75 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Did you build one already? Do you need converter for digital or analog signal?

No i haven't built one yet. I just wanted to ask before i went down that route.

Any ideas?

 

[utilisateur]

I dont think it can, it's a different process after all and i dont see it in it's original function..

There are several balancing circuits available like these from Germany
TP's Ballsie and several schematics around the net

You could also use transformers i think Cinemag and Lundahl have something apropriate and rather affordable Sowter might aswell, it's not cheap though and probably not the most neutral way soundwise

 

[1UP]

Just wire the outputs for single-ended?

 

[n_maher]

I don't think the IVY works in reverse. What you need is a phase-splitting stage, which can be done with transformers or with integrated circuits. Personally I'd go the trafo route with some small Lundalh units or something along those lines.

 

[utilisateur]

hey nate
why do you prefer a transformer?
I thought the coloration/distortion due to hysteresis was bad enough that a discrete solution would surpase a transformer especialy considering the price of adequate transformers?
I have not look enough in the important effects (magnetic saturation/hysteresis) and have no experience but maybe you can give me and the OP a better insight!?

Do you have an idea were one might find comparative reviews on Cinemag, Lundahl etc, or are the important factors available as empirical data?