Re: [SLUG] Vinyl LP Albums to Audio CDs in Linux

From: Pete Theisen (petetheisen@verizon.net)
Date: Sat Jul 19 2008 - 18:28:46 EDT


Ron Youvan wrote:
>> I've burned a bunch of CD's from LP's. The s/w really is the least of
>> worries.
>> There is actually another problem. LINE on an amplifier is NOT the
>> same as LINE on a computer. Still is an mismatched impedance. Should
>> buy a small transformer specifically for that purpose.
>
> Since really flat transformers cost over @$90 I would not suggest it.
> The minor mismatches of impedances at audio frequency is usually
> inconsequential. Do you use cables with 2,000 Ohm surge impedance
> for your interconnections? They usually are more like 90 Ohms.

Hi Ron!

How can I tell? I have a Sperry SP-5A meter that seems to have an ohm
measurement "X1K". If I touch the leads together it reads less than 1 on
the range. How would I measure the resistance of a cable? Sorry if it is
a dumb question.

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