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Seems odd to offer the security of speakON yet cheap out on non-locking XLRs. If I wanted weak friction fit connections I’d still be using RCAs. But I don’t and I’m not.
As clarification, we definitely did not cheap out. They are still Neutrik brand but instead of their latch model these are their spring tension model. So it isn’t friction of the pins holding the connection.
As clarification, we definitely did not cheap out. They are still Neutrik brand but instead of their latch model these are their spring tension model. So it isn’t friction of the pins holding the connection.
The spring tension model from Neutrik we use are meant for thousands of insert/removal cycles while still maintaining perfect contact in professional settings so I can assure everyone there is no need to worry about signal issues/loss of contact, etc.
The spring tension model from Neutrik we use are meant for thousands of insert/removal cycles while still maintaining perfect contact in professional settings so I can assure everyone there is no need to worry about signal issues/loss of contact, etc.
No, they use the same cutouts. But the XLR connections are directly mated to the input board so not something to be changed except during production runs.
No, they use the same cutouts. But the XLR connections are directly mated to the input board so not something to be changed except during production runs.
Curious as to why you went with the non-latching version. I always thought that latching was a key feature of the XLR and another advantage over the RCA type plug.
I like the understated aesthetic.
I would much rather have a simple Buckeye enclosure with the rack mount option instead of the ridiculously over baked D'Agostino look.
I'll confess that I'm quite a fan of the little meters with the look of a watch movement... But the rest is just too much. Especially the price. Did I mention the price? Good grief. And the Buckeye looks nice and clean.
Curious as to why you went with the non-latching version. I always thought that latching was a key feature of the XLR and another advantage over the RCA type plug.
I have plugged and unplugged both of my Buckeye amps many times, as I've changed the position of the amps a couple of times and also inserted a power sequencer lately and I can say with confidence there is a very snug fit that will not come out without some effort. Personally I do not like locking XLR's, as it's sometimes difficult to get one's fingers on the tab when attempting to unlock them-for my use case. Also note most DAC's and HP amps I have do not use locking XLR sockets.
I have plugged and unplugged both of my Buckeye amps many times, as I've changed the position of the amps a couple of times and also inserted a power sequencer lately and I can say with confidence there is a very snug fit that will not come out without some effort. Personally I do not like locking XLR's, as it's sometimes difficult to get one's fingers on the tab when attempting to unlock them-for my use case. Also note most DAC's and HP amps I have do not use locking XLR sockets.
Appreciate the feedback. Your experience is counter to mine however in that all the amps and dacs I have used have always had locking XLR plugs. Like I said, it would seem to be clear advantage over RCA plugs and can't imagine why anyone would choose to use the unlocking type in this application. Curious why they were chosen...
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Appreciate the feedback. Your experience is counter to mine however in that all the amps and dacs I have used have always had locking XLR plugs. Like I said, it would seem to be clear advantage over RCA plugs and can't imagine why anyone would choose to use the unlocking type in this application. Curious why they were chosen...
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Of course I am aware of the signal advantages of a balanced connection over single ended, that should go without saying. My comment concerns the mechanical advantage of a locking connection. If one does some reading on pro audio sites, one will find comments about non latching versus latching XLR plugs from a practical standpoint and appropriate uses for each. Comments on pro audio sites mention non latching connections loosening and relate instances when they have advantages, such as circumstances where latching connectors can make cables trip hazards.
One could just as easily say the connection mechanism is not moot since Neutrik offers both. Be that as it may, the fact that they offer both doesn't explain why you chose the non latching type instead of the latching type. Just sayin'....Still curious as to why the non latching type was chosen as I am sure you have a reason, I just can't imagine what it would be...
Of course I am aware of the signal advantages of a balanced connection over single ended, that should go without saying. My comment concerns the mechanical advantage of a locking connection. If one does some reading on pro audio sites, one will find comments about non latching versus latching XLR plugs from a practical standpoint and appropriate uses for each. Comments on pro audio sites mention non latching connections loosening and relate instances when they have advantages, such as circumstances where latching connectors can make cables trip hazards.
One could just as easily say the connection mechanism is not moot since Neutrik offers both. Be that as it may, the fact that they offer both doesn't explain why you chose the non latching type instead of the latching type. Just sayin'....Still curious as to why the non latching type was chosen.
At the time of board production, the latching XLR model was on large backorder, so we chose to test out the non-latching and found them to work just as well.
They are the same exact cost, same Neutrik quality.
I plan to order two 3 channel NCx amps in the next week or so and while I am surprised and disappointed that these amps do not use locking XLR connectors, I wouldn't consider that alone as any kind of deal breaker...
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