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RCA to XLR adaptor for Ayre, is it worth it?

I have an Ayre V3 which has both XLR-in and RCA-in; according to Ayre, it is much prefered to operate the V3 in the balanced mode.

Currently I only have RCA-out from my source/pre and I'm using the RCA-in on the V3. Is it worth the effort to use a RCA-XLR adaptor and have the V3 switched to the balanced mode?

Currently I don't have the space and $ to switch to a balanced pre setup.
kschiu
kschiu OP
73 posts
 
common mode noise rejection isn't a requirement cos I don't plan to run any cable longer than 4 ft.

I think the long term plan is to get something like a Benchmark DAC1, Lavry or Apogeee DAC to drive it directly.

it's a 2nd system in the house ... so no budget no space (if I have $ i would put it against the primary system)

I guess I'll leave it as-is for now.

thanks to all :-)
larryken
537 posts
 
I used these until I discovered they added pronounced noise through my CDP to amp connection.
Larry
onemug
784 posts
 
You didn't say how long your RCA is. If it's real long you might get a plus with an adaptor but it would be the lesser or two evils. If it's short, you're probably better off without one but trying is believing.

One way or another, if you don't have a balanced pre, the signal will be going thru some conversion. I'd let the inside of the Ayre do it.
vinylmonkey
8 posts
 
Hello All-

Like all Ayre amplifiers the V-3xe will convert an incoming single ended (RCA) single to balanced as soon as it hit the input stage. The signal will still be a few DB down from a true balanced signal but using an XLR adapter will not change that.

If you have any other questions please feel free to call us at Ayre Acoustics

Regards,

Steve Silberman
Ayre
303-442-7300 x233
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driver
746 posts
 
Steve, you mentioned V-3xe. I was under the impression the V-3 was the only designated model number, regardless of upgrades. At least the two units I had were represented as such.

I'd be interested in knowing what constitutes the xe from the V-3.
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