Groove Sleuth Adaptors
Chapter 1
–
Introduction
Phӕdrus Audi
o Groove Sleuth Adaptors were developed to convert the XLR socket microphone
inputs on commercial computer sound cards to non-equalised phono cartridge inputs. The
adaptors ensure the phono cartridge and the microphone inputs are presented with the
appropriate signal levels and impedances. The 48V phantom-power for microphones is remodelled
to power the miniature Groove Sleuth Adaptor preamplifiers. Groove Sleuth Adaptors were
designed to work with Pspatial Audio’s Stereo Lab software (see Appendix 2).
With a wide
dynamic range, they offer a very high-quality solution for recording non-equalised needle-drops.
Three versions exist of the Groove Sleuth Adaptors, their roles are as follows:
Groove Sleuth Adaptor MM - for converting moving-magnet cartridges to a standard
microphone input.
Fitted with RED identification pips.
Groove Sleuth Adaptor MC - for converting moving-coil cartridges to a standard microphone
input.
Fitted with GOLD identification pips.
Groove Sleuth Adaptor PHLUX - for converting Phaedrus Audio active phono cartridges to a
standard microphone input.
Fitted with GREEN identification pips.
Please ensure you have the appropriate adaptor for your cartridge type.
