These are not typical eq’s.
Converting stereo single ended to balanced mono?
Hi, I have three Thiel 3.5 stereo equalizers (bass boosters). These are single ended only. I was wondering about the benefits of trying to convert two of them to balanced mono operation. Is it possible? Is it worth it? What are the options for doing this? What are the pros and cons of these options? Are there any other upgrades that might be considered if and when these conversions might be done?
https://www.stereophile.com/content/thiel-cs35-loudspeaker-measurements
As always thanks in advance.
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https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=%2fogtNyc3&id=FDE1790CC2A1783F75A1A5D4...Enter your text … https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=bCDSz%2b1%2b&id=E2F03E665F3C1ED7429047... Thanks for all your responses. I seem to be just as confused as when I first started. I have considered bi-amping the 3.5's. The 3.5's only come with one set of binding posts per speaker. The earlier 3.0's came with two sets of binding posts per speaker. Perhaps "Coherent Source Service" https://www.coherentsourceservice.com/ the company made up of ex-Thiel techs could modify the 3.5's with earlier dual setup 3.0 binding posts. They are currently working on cap replacement/upgrades for the Jim Thiel designs, Unfortunately I'm led to believe that the 3.5 cap replacements are not currently on the front burner of development. I do have a bit of concern about the time delay between the signal that would go through the eq vs. the signal that doesn't. I realized that the time might be insignificant, but time integrity is one of the hallmarks of Thiel designs (and a handful of others). Heck, the cross-overs on the CS 5's were designed to move drivers back as little as 3/8". https://www.stereophile.com/floorloudspeakers/690thiel/index.html Furthermore, though bi-amping would help keep the eq out of the upper registers, the degree to which might be less than one might first assume due to the shallow 1st order cross-over. Still, despite the extra expense the thought has much merit. Thanks again for the responses. I still don't feel like I understand this well enough. In any event I don't have the technical skills to pull this of myself and think I would have to hire some one to complete the task, should I go forward. I welcome any other thoughts or considerations. As always, thanks in advance. |
Atmasphere, Thanks for your considered thoughts. I was hoping you might respond:-). I’ve always been curious about using balanced configuration, and your previous posts on the subject have been quite compelling. Honestly, this subject seems more and more like it’s way beyond my technical understandings. Still, I’m curious and it might open up options up and down stream in my system if I could resolve the bottle neck. |
^Thank you! Just last week I was lamenting that there was so little response. The schematic is beyond my comprehension, but I suspect might be invaluable. In the past week the Audiogon community has really impressed me with their selfless research, posting and invitations for private discourse. Thank you all so very much! It truly is appreciated! |