[GTALUG] Linux and Stereo Speaker Cables

[James Knott]

On 03/13/2016 11:10 AM, Howard Gibson wrote:
Aux and other line level outputs are designed for connecting to the
inputs of other devices and are different impedance and signal level
than headphone output.  This means better results.  However, many
devices have only a headphone jack, which must then be used.  I recall
adapters that reduced the sound level from headphone jacks to one more
suitable for connecting to amps, while providing the appropriate
impedance for the headphone output.

BTW, I suppose some here may recall creating an "Aux" output, by
connecting across the volume control and bringing it out to a
connector.  Not recommended for the old AC/DC tube radios.

> Randy,
>
>    I have mounted an old desktop  behind my TV to record my LPs.  Instead of connecting from the headphone jack, I went from the AUX OUT at the rear that would be used for a tape desk, if I had one.  I got a dramatic improvement in sound quality, compared to my headphone jack.  I do not know if this is due to wiring, or due to the fact that my stereo is 35_years old and I have never owned headphones.  The jack my be corroded.
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> On Sun, 13 Mar 2016 05:00:30 -0400
> Randy Jonasz <jonaszre at mcmaster.ca> wrote:
>
>> I know this is a stretch but I do listen to my stereo with my Manjaro laptop 
>> connected to a DAC connected to my amplifier.  Could any electrical engineers 
>> offer advice about the difference stereo speaker cables make to sound?
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> Randy
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