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xlr
Dec 30, 2009 21:17:05 GMT -5
Post by angelodp on Dec 30, 2009 21:17:05 GMT -5
Has anyone done a guitar that uses xlr connectors w/ xlr at the amp?
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xlr
Dec 30, 2009 22:02:43 GMT -5
Post by newey on Dec 30, 2009 22:02:43 GMT -5
ange- I assume you're meaning to buffer the signal to a low impedance, and then use the xlr out to go straight to a board or PA amp? Several piezo-equipped acoustic-electrics have both a ¼" jack and an XLR. But piezos are low impedance to begin with, so it's a natural thing to do. Kona makes one such. With an electric, most folks use one or more magic stompbox thingies to convert an instrument signal to a mic level (or line level) signal. They're called "DI boxes" Using one of these also allows for the insertion of standard effects pedals upstream of the box. I suspect someone has done what you're asking. But why?
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xlr
Dec 31, 2009 15:14:25 GMT -5
Post by sumgai on Dec 31, 2009 15:14:25 GMT -5
ange, Or the better question is, if you're worried about impedance, why have any at all? IOW, why not just use infinite impedance, and be done with it? I'm talking about an RF cable, of course. ;D ;D ;D HTH sumgai
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xlr
Dec 31, 2009 16:35:28 GMT -5
Post by JohnH on Dec 31, 2009 16:35:28 GMT -5
Im curious too - what problem are you looking to solve with the xlr connection?
Les himself played his LP Recording model, with low impedance pickups. I dont know what connect0rs he had, but in principle, such as system would cut down cable related tone suck, and reduce cable generated noises.
The main advantage of xlr is if it is wired in a properly balanced way, with benefits of reduced noise - but to do this properly would mean none of our wiring schemes would be ideal, and no normal guitar amps would work.
btw - Happy NY!
John
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