Graphic to tape 1 or 2

[Clemy123isme]

Hello everybody , what difference does it make if I plug my equaliser into tape 1 or 2 .
People say 2 but 1 sounds clearer .

Thank you.

 

[Vini darko]

Hi welcome to asr. Are you asking about a intergrated amplifiers tape inputs? Would be useful if you could state what model of amp (or interface?) and equalizer you're using.

 

[Clemy123isme]

Technics SUC1010 Pre Amp & SE-A1010 power Amp.
I’m connecting an Technics Graphic equaliser SH-GE50 but do I plug it into Tape 2 and/or why not 1?
Please?
Thanks for your reply.

 

[pozz]

Technics SUC1010 Pre Amp & SE-A1010 power Amp.
I’m connecting an Technics Graphic equaliser SH-GE50 but do I plug it into Tape 2 and/or why not 1?
Please?
Thanks for your reply.

Unless the manual specifically states that the inputs have different characteristics there should be no difference.

 

[Vini darko]

This shot is taken from the service manual for your preamp. Both tape inputs have identical specifications and should sound identical. So use either.

 

[Clemy123isme]

Thank you .
That has answered my question.

 

[Clemy123isme]

Unless the manual specifically states that the inputs have different characteristics there should be no difference.

Thank you for your reply.

 

[AnalogSteph]

It's been a long time, but if memory serves using the Tape Monitor function may require use of TAPE 2 - scour the amplifier manual if in doubt. If that's the case, you would be unable to use an EQ on TAPE 1 at all.

The two tape inputs should not normally sound appreciably different. Some of the RCA jacks may be tarnished due to lack of use, I'd suggest cleaning them with contact cleaner or at least isopropyl alcohol and some tight-fitting plugs.

 

[Clemy123isme]

Thank you.