Reference Guide

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Setup
Introduction
The following table describes the various types of analog and digital connections you may
encounter.
Read your hardware documentation carefully to determine what kind of connections you have on
your audio interface.
Cable Type Description
1/4 inch TRS Balanced analog connection
XLR Balanced analog connection
Microphones, professional audio equipment
1/4 inch TS Unbalanced analog connection Guitar cable,
“Hi-Z”
1/8 inch “Mini” Plug Balanced analog connection
Headphones, desktop computer speakers
RCA - Phono Phono analog connection
Turntables, analog cassette recorders
SPDIF Stereo digital connection
Optical (Lightpipe) Stereo digital connection
MIDI MIDI connection