XLR MALE
OUTPUT
1
2
3
RCA
OUTPUT
SOCKET
BALANCED /
SINGLE ENDED
SWITCH
RCA
The two pairs of RCA / Single Ended outputs are identical, and are for
connection to a pre amplifier or recording device.
Balanced
The Fifth Element / Fifth Force is equipped with custom designed and
manufactured output transformers, which feature an improved output
and grounding scheme to provide the best possible connection to the
pre amplifier.
Below is a description of the various cable and connection options: -
The pin configuration for all Audio Note (UK)
XLR / BALANCED connections is as follows: -
PIN 1
Ground / Shield
PIN 2
Positive / Send
PIN 3
Negative / Return
CONNECTION OVERVIEW continued…
RCA SOCKET,
CENTRE = POSITIVE / SEND.
RCA SOCKET,
SHELL = NEGATIVE / RETURN.