hi are these cables balanced? what would you say is best for reducing noise when connecting krk rokit8 to a midi interface to use for my comp speakers
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As far as I know, these are the mono TRS cables, designed primarily for instrument-amp connections. For reducing monitoring noise, I would look for something specifically designated as a speaker cable, like this one: GLS Audio 3 feet Speaker Cable 12AWG Patch Cords 1/4-Inch to 1/4-Inch Professional Speaker Cables - Black
1861579
Yes they are balanced and no sound interference. My musician friend was surprised I got this for far less than the $80 he paid for his at a local music store here.
1861580
This is an instrument (1/4" TS) cable, not a speaker cable, so it only has GND and Signal . . . thus not balanced. See here for an explanation http://www.sweetwater.com/insync/cable-buying-guide/UNLESS your MIDI interface has a balanced output (the speakers do seem to have a balanced input) you won't see a difference anyway . . . if your MIDI does have a balanced output then you need a 1/4" TRS (notices the R here) cable to transfer the balance signal between the two.
1861581
No. They are not balanced. You tell by looking for 3 points of "connection", i.e. the "tip", a "ring" and the "sleeve". Most guitar cables are unbalanced, and only have a "tip" and a "sleeve" connection. There definitely ARE balanced 1/4" cables (usually referred to as TRS for Tip Ring Sleeve), but, if you're connecting to a guitar, hardly any guitars are balanced, so it is fairly pointless. I'm not familiar with the rokit8, sorry.
379152
Lose the original cables ASAP and order TOXIC cables. They are expensive and they take a long time to make by hand. Talking about $200 and three months but they took my HE-500's over the moon. Oh and no the original cables weren't particularly microphonic.
1361383
I tried buying balanced cables. But that did not help. I think the hissing is just the self-generated unavoidable noise of the speakers. It does not change at all based on changing the volume or input parameters.
671502
Pretty much, never had an issue with any tangles. cord is pretty long though(it is flat). They give you tiny little velcro strips if you want to "roll up" a section to make it shorter. A bread tie would be easy to use. They sound awesome. No coloration, if you like your music the way it was record they are perfect. If you like a lot of thump between your ears look elsewhere.
548164
Yes, you can convert RCA unbalanced signal into balanced XLR, TRS or unbalanced RCA. I use RCA, TRS for input and XLR for output and works well.
1067097
These cables do not split into stereo. I do not know your situation (ex. rca males to females, # of outputs, etc.) I use them (2) to split both mono sub preamp outputs to 2 powered subs on both left and right sides for a total of 4 subs : 1 in each L and R corner. (I like my low end to sound like the hand of god). If your outputs and inputs match up, they should work as long as you are going analog to analog or digital to digital.
548163
this will convert from unbalanced to balanced, this unit is for mic levels or low level line, would not use it for high power speaker application
2011980
Yes they are, and I think I know why you ask. One of mine was corroded when I pulled it out of wrapper. It really messed up one of my gigs because I assumed since it was brand new, it couldnt be the source of the sound problems I was having. After the gig, I unscrewed the cable ends and they just crumbled apart.So, really I cant recommend these cables.
2168999
I would not recommend this for performing quality. Its cheap for a reason. I suggest Shure in ear monitors or simply powered 12" floor monitor Behringer makes a decent priced model
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i dont undertande the question you should have 2 xlr females in your interface and each rokit should have a female behind, the xlr cable that came from the pack has two males, you just have to plug it? sorry if im not understanding the question
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I haven't tried it ... but if they are internally connected... I would say yes... however the difference between balanced and unbalanced is about 12 DB so you may experience a 12 DB drop in the "expected" XLR signal output to the receiving unit. That said, you may still experience a loss of ground loop hum and it may be quieter. But your signal to noise may now be compromised by 12 DB. I would expect the isolation transformers to be tapped for the difference impedance (-10 DB to +4 DB) So... your signal will probably show up at -10 DB at the XLR's output using TRS 1/4" inputs. Hope that helps. I haven't tried it ... but if they are internally connected... I would say yes... however the difference between balanced and unbalanced is about 12 DB so you may experience a 12 DB drop in the "expected" XLR signal output to the receiving unit. That said, you may still experience a loss of ground loop hum and it may be quieter. But your signal to noise may now be compromised by 12 DB. I would expect the isolation transformers to be tapped for the difference impedance (-10 DB to +4 DB) So... your signal will probably show up at -10 DB at the XLR's output using TRS 1/4"... » Read More I haven't tried it ... but if they are internally connected... I would say yes... however the difference between balanced and unbalanced is about 12 DB so you may experience a 12 DB drop in the "expected" XLR signal output to the receiving unit. That said, you may still experience a loss of ground loop hum and it may be quieter. But your signal to noise may now be compromised by 12 DB. I would expect the isolation transformers to be tapped for the difference impedance (-10 DB to +4 DB) So... your signal will probably show up at -10 DB at the XLR's output using TRS 1/4" inputs. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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These are 12 gauge speaker cables used to connect the unbalanced 1/4" amp output to the 1/4" input on the speaker cabinet. Use one cable for the left side and one cable for the right side when in stereo. For the mixer to the amp connections, best to use an instrument or microphone type cable for less noise and hum.
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I found these speakers to be well balanced with good seperation of lows,mids and highs....good response throughout.l use these on a tube amp and turntable in true stereo
822339
This type of device should not cause any noise in a sound system. Most of these devices provide some filtering so if anything the noise should be lower but these types of devices will not fix many issues with grounds on other pieces of equipment that are plugged into the rack power strip. I would look for a ground problem in your rack or sound system. Most of the time you have a cable that has gone bad. I will be putting two of these into a rack for a large PA and will write a review when I get them installed. Good luck.
77408
1\4 mono cables. I use two. Right channel to input 1, left to input 2. My Roland V-Accordian has separate L/R outputs.
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Two k-10s on stands are my speakers I use to amplify my Roland RD-800. I'm happy with the sound, particularly the high frequency of the upper octaves. Lows are nice too, although a sub would make them even better. Know that the fans come on often and can be heard during quiet passages. I'm not to crazy about that. Many have commented about this on the forums . Not an issue if your music is usually uptempo.
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I use a Focusrite 2i2 audio interface, with balanced XLR to XLR cables - very quiet. What are you connecting to the monitors? Make sure you are using quality cable(s) as well.