About Audio Cables - Alesis CLX440 Reference Manual

Don't use line transformers: Many XLR-to-1/4" adapters sold at
electronics stores are NOT adapters, but transformers (and very
low quality transformers at that). Don't use these on the output
of the CLX-440—they're unnecessary and generally sound awful
because they don't have the headroom to handle the CLX-440's
output.
professional audio dealer, or make one yourself from
components.

About Audio Cables

The connections between the CLX-440 and your studio are your
music's lifeline, so use only high quality cables. These should be
low-capacitance shielded cables with a stranded (not solid)
internal conductor and a low-resistance shield. Although quality
cables cost more, they do make a difference.
Route cables to the CLX-440 correctly by observing the following
precautions:
• Do not bundle audio cables with AC power cords.
• Avoid running audio cables near sources of electromagnetic
interference such as transformers, monitors, computers, etc.
• Do not place cables where they can be stepped on. Stepping
on a cable may not cause immediate damage, but it can
compress the insulation between the center conductor and
shield (degrading performance) or reduce the cable's
reliability.
• Avoid twisting the cable or having it make sharp, right angle
turns.
• Never unplug a cable by pulling on the wire itself. Always
unplug by firmly grasping the body of the plug and pulling
directly outward.
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