kevthewev Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 Sorry if this is a bit basic but I seem to be getting contrary advice on what should be fairly straightforward.I need to take the output from one powered stage monitor to another of a different make. The first monitor has a 1/4" jack output and the second has a XLR input, so I need a lead with a mono male 1/4" jack on one end and a male XLR on the other. So, what type of cable do I need and how do I solder the leads? Thanks in anticipation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Langfeld Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 Be careful. The jack output on the first powered monitor may well be after the amp. Check this out. If it's not, assuming it's a balanced output, just make up a short adapter from a TRS jack to an XLR (wired as T-2, R-3, S-1) and then use a normal mic cable. Better to use standard cables over longer lengths, and just use adaptors, rather than make up lots of different long cables. See the Soundcraft Pro Audio Learning Zone for diagrams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedd Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 Indeed be careful this isn't an amplified output, can't stress enough how much of a mess plugging an amp output into an amp input will make! I was once told by a singer "it's ok if we need it louder we an just plug an amp into our (active) speakers. Then they'll just make what they get, even louder) I didn't hire him any kit after that! If however your second speaker is passive, but with an XLR input (there are a few around, not many though) then you'll have to be careful to match your impedences between amp and speaker. Doubt this will be the case, but it's worth mentioning. Be useful to know the makes and models of both cabs involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevthewev Posted March 28, 2007 Author Share Posted March 28, 2007 The first is a Torque (100 watt I think) and it's connected to a powered (active) ex-p.a. cabinet with it's own internal 200 watt amp. (sorry, haven't got the make to hand, something like "LD") Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Langfeld Posted March 28, 2007 Share Posted March 28, 2007 As I said, check that the output from the first is at line level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stebee Posted March 29, 2007 Share Posted March 29, 2007 hi, or create the split before the 1st input....... ste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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