RME Babyface Pro Output question

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2015/12/04 23:33:57 (permalink)

RME Babyface Pro Output question

I feel really dumb asking this but...
 
Just received my new Babyface Pro from MF. The back of the unit has four XLR connections, 2 input, and 2 output.
 
But which are which? Should I assume they follow convention in that the male connectors would be the outputs? I need to order some XLR to TRS cables for my monitors, so that's why I'm asking instead of just hooking things up to see if I hear something.
 
Thanks!
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    Re: RME Babyface Pro Output question 2015/12/05 05:19:16 (permalink)
    Is there no manual showing how the connections are configured?

    If not here's the link to the website info http://www.rme-audio.de/en/products/babyface.php


    You'll find that the cable end to which you can connect your mic will be your inputs. The other will be for your amp/speaker connections or outputs.

    The non mic end of a mic cable usually has xlr male connectors which logically fit with the female connector.

    Female connectors take inputs is the easiest way to remember.
    post edited by mudgel - 2015/12/05 05:33:33

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    Re: RME Babyface Pro Output question 2015/12/05 05:34:06 (permalink)
    Having looked through the manual I see that it actually doesn't tell you.

    And yes you're right it does follow convention. If you imagine the four XLR plugs are the fittings on the outside of a box then indeed the male are outputs and the females are inputs.

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    Re: RME Babyface Pro Output question 2015/12/05 10:33:19 (permalink)
    Thanks, that makes sense. I finally figured out the microphone method you mentioned above and ordered female XLR to TRS cables. You would think there would be a nice diagram in the manual, but there wasn't. I guess RME figures if I'm smart enough to move up their level, then I should be able to figure it out.

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