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Old October 13th 03, 11:16 PM posted to uk.rec.audio
Chris Isbell
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Default Connecting a DI Box to a Mixer

On Mon, 13 Oct 2003 23:46:04 +0100, Dave Plowman
wrote:

In article ,
Chris Isbell wrote:
It is good. The main problems for hi-fi use a


* The XLR connectors.
* The high output level.


Assuming you mean feeding the output to a Hi-Fi, simply make up a balanced
to unbalanced lead (pins 1&3 to screen) with an attenuator built into the
XLR - there's plenty of room.


Already done.


* No remote control.


Not common with pro gear.

* It's designed for rack mounting.


It's an option, but no-one uses a mixer seriously in a vertical position.


The problem is that it is not possible just to remove the mounting
brackets because that leaves two rather visible holes. I also had to
fit four 'rubber' feet to stop it scratching the shelf it is standing
on.


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Chris Isbell
Southampton
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