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Hey,

My 7hz timeless came with a 4.4mm balance cable and my upcoming Qudelix has a2.5 mm balanced input.

Will an adapter be ok? Can it damage something, if they’re both balanced?

Thanks for any input

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[–] Nanomerce 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

an adapter will be fine as long as it's TRS and not TRRS.

[–] benben83 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thanks, how can I tell? Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! ₪17.14 34% Off | Audio Cable 2.5 Male To 4.4 Female Balanced Silver-Plating Cord 2.5mm/4.4mm To 3.5mm Adapter For Hifi MP3 Music Player https://a.aliexpress.com/_EH0Tssl

[–] Nanomerce 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

you can tell by how many black rings it has, TRS only has 2.

That cable appears to be TRRS for the 4.4 female -> 2.5 male. however it will probably still work, as TRRS into a TRS socket only sometimes causes problems. Just know that on occasion you'll run into issues, but then you'll know what to check first :)

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[–] benben83 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That’s very interesting and Important info , thanks!

[–] SoggyPigeon 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Alternatively you can buy a replacement cable that way you don't have a large adapter that could become cumbersome, although it would be more expensive than an adapter. Decent cables go for about $20, I recommend Tripowin brand. Just make sure that it is MMCX to 2.5mm or 3.5mm. Be aware that 3.5mm will not be balanced but will still work with the Qudelix

[–] benben83 1 points 1 year ago

I actually did, but I really love the original 7hz cable