Has anyone noticed a difference in sound quality between using a regular rca cable and using a Y- RCA cable?
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I never use a y connect. I fear of interfering with signal integrity. The Subwoofer wiring is soldered to the circuit board using silver, copper, or such conductors. I can't say the same about a y connect
167417
I don't notice a difference between using 1 or 2 RCA cables. The subwoofer works just fine with one input
167418
I would have to say yes. I used a single RCA cable, but something just didn't sound right. I then purchased a y-split subwoofer cable and there was an obvious difference, at least to me.
167419
I did significant research on this connection for my AV server and my analysis concluded that a Y-RCA cable was not needed nor was it recommended. My sub sounds quite impressive with both movies and music. I do suggest that you use a high quality shielded RCA cable.
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I have not noticed any difference. I initially had it connected with a Y splitter now just a single cable connected to the Left per the documentation. All is well and am extremely happy with the sound and performance of this sub.
915111
For that, I bought a 3.5 mm to RCA cable separately. It is under 10 dollars typically.
236781
I made the sound better by using the equalizer to make surround sound. If you don't make adjustments, it will sound the same.
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Usually any product will sound superior using a digital cable (such as optical) vs analog (RCA). Having said that, you may not be able to tell a huge difference. Partially depends on what your source audio us. Bottom line, if you can use the optical connection, do it. I believe the Energy Power Base even comes with one. However, don't pass on the Energy Power Base if you can only use the RCA connection. It's worth it. The sound is wonderful!
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With RCA inputs, you would need a "y" into mini male cable. Like this: http://www.amazon.com/3-5mm-Stereo-Male-Dual-Y-Cable/dp/B001UG823K/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1427376122&sr=8-6&keywords=Y+rca Hope that helps.
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If you have both wires try one and the other and see if there is a sound difference. Otherwise Google it.
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I haven't notice a loss of sound/bass from using the rca's . This Sony system is pretty nice. I bought it for the use of my I-phone4s . Of course as new technology is always around the next corner, the newer I-phones have different docking/charging connections now. UGH !
367806
I bought this a few months ago but have so far not been able to connect as it has no RCA connections. Should get XLR cables soon, so if you are not in a hurry, I can give you some feed back shortly (next 2 weeks)
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My Denon has a RCA style Mono Subwoofer output which I used a high quality RCA "Y" splitter and then used Two RCA to 1/4" mic into the Subwoofer. Sound is unreal...esp with a blu ray movie! :)
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No, absolutely not. In fact using the MP3 player as a preamp and the receiver as the amp, I actually needed to turn down the volume on the receiver just a tad, which surprised me. Is this a typical situation? This cable is so thin and flexible compared to what I had, which started crackling all the time causing me to constantly "adjust" it, particularly near the plug. As I said, I am starting to replace much if not most of my cabling to Mediabridge products.
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A more or less 'standard stereo audio cable', which typically has 3.5 mm {~ 1/4"} male connectors at each end. It been my experience that 3.5 mm terminated cables are much more widely used than RCA terminated cables, in today's world. And they are certainly easier to handle and hook up.
237808
I'm not positive, I'm not familiar with RCA products. Sorry. Thanks for the inquiry.
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You can use XLR to RCA cables. XLR has balanced configuration which is advantageous when long cable setups, like 100 feets, are required. Since typical home setups have short cables, there is no noise pickup problems. There will be no sound degradation.
1116538
They are not RCA type... the centre poece is bigger and the one around is thinner.. This is used mostly to connect speakers.RCA connectors are used for analog signals between source and the input of the preamp or receiver, as an example.
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or rca audio cables from tv to reciever would work wont sound as good but honestly very lil difference
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Dear Dammika,Thank you for your inquiry. Everyone's hearing is different. Some will notice a significant difference when bi-wiring, and others will only notice a very subtle difference. My recommendation is to try both to see what you like better!Regards,Eric CohenWorld Wide Stereo
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optical is always a faster way that was made for the speed so a connection will travel super faster through an optical cord then an RCA.you will also get better quality sound from an optical cord if used so please go with the optical cord that's if you want better sound? good luck;