Re: Cable adapter question - answer

["Dan Dugan" dandugan_1999]

>> While this diagram is generally true I think it should be explained
>> that this type of wiring would not be correct for Actively Balanced
>> outputs.
>>
> My understanding is that the shield is left off to avoid ground
> loops and hum etc. (I could be wrong though) and since a microphone
> is basically a 'floating' device (ie it's at the end of the line)
> hum and ground loops are not a problem.

Please do connect the shield.

> I think the article cited is in relation to interconnects between
> hardware.

The question of whether to connect an output's pin 3 to ground or not
depends on what the source is. I would always do it for a mic. For a
preamp's output, see the manufacturer's instructions. A transformer
output: must connect pin 3 to ground. An active balanced output:
depends on the design, read the manual!

-Dan Dugan