Connecting an MP3 Player to the Sound System. Don't make this mistake! ( Laptop and Bluetooth too )

Whether it's an MP3 player, laptop, or Bluetooth receiver, don't make this common mistake in how you connect to your audio mixer!
Balanced versus unbalanced connections and connectors in live and studio audio can be confusing since the cables might seem interchangeable. But it's important to understand the differences and the issues that can happen when mismatching connections on a sound system.

Almost everyone connects an MP3 Player, wave (WAV) player, PC laptop or Mac to their sound system for music and track playback. Break music, intro music, outro music, etc.. Sound system setup. From dramas and music at churches to club and concert audio.

Balanced versus unbalanced inputs and outputs in live and studio sound discussed and explained in this video. Balanced versus unbalanced cables and what they really are.
TRS and XLR cables. Tip, ring, sleeve connectors and adapters shown.
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