XLR to line in conversion...what do you guys use?

Damani311 · #1 10-16-2007, 03:55 AM

To convert the XLR output to fit into the line in....just a standard 1/4 to 1/8 converter?

Also, do you use a normal 1/4" instrument cable when running the XLR line out to the line in? Thanks !

bluestarbass · #2 10-16-2007, 07:29 AM

Im a little confused here. What are you trying to do? If your trying to run an XLR into a computer line in, like a mic into a computer, you'll need an impedance transformer. If your trying to run like quarter inch outs into a monitor you wouldnt need the transformer.

It sounds like what your trying to do is run a mic into a computer soundcard. You would need mic--->xlr cable--->impedance converter----->quarter inch to mini jack converter------>computer soundcard.

DocBop · #3 10-16-2007, 08:41 AM

You're talk about signal strength. The type of connector is independent what the device. But mic's with an XLR needs a pre-amp to bring signal up to line level. Need more details what is the XLR on.

geoffkhan · #4 10-16-2007, 10:00 AM

You most definitely need a pre-amp for the XLR to bring the signal up to line level. Otherwise, it's going to be really noisy and practically unusable.

Damani311 · #5 10-16-2007, 10:48 AM

Ah ok the XLR output is on an amp, so that would take care of the preamp part.

Tell me more about this impedance converter

bluestarbass · #6 10-16-2007, 10:54 AM

I dont beleive youd need it if it were a line out on an amp as its already converted for line level. The impedance converter is just this little connecter http://http://www.samash.com/catalog...RCH&GroupCode=

Youll only need it with a mic. What your trying to do should work with just a xlr to quarter inch to mini plug. Onboard soundcards are noticably dirty and hard to work with, but itll work much better than trying to plug a mic in.