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Old 28th June 2011   #10
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remember that with a passive system you need to keep those cable runs very short.

Both have advantages. I picked a simple, high quality active unit (I built it from scratch using high quality parts) with VERY FEW components. More importantly, it has stepped attenuation for repeatable levels.

Wish i could afford an Avocet, which is much more than just an attenuator. Barring that, I am very happy with my choice.
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