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suppaboy228 t1_j9bi6kt wrote

Reply to comment by DeathsingerQc in Headphone jack tier list, cuz why not by nopunterino

6.3 is much smoother imo. XLR doesn't have a tactile snap and doesn't feel as secure as jacks (wobbly, especially when used for a long time)

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pongpaktecha t1_j9e5aqf wrote

You must be using the wrong XLR plugs and receptacles then. High quality Neutrik XLRs are super durable and have a very satisfying click when latched and are not at all wobbly. I've definitely had some 1/4 inch jacks get finicky on me when you move the plug around

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suppaboy228 t1_j9ecvxt wrote

Since the receptacle is friction fit, it will wear out and will be wobbly in a year of active use. It will hold itself with the latch and will not lose signal, but not very sturdy.

I have been using both neutrik and switchcraft connectors, 100% original. Thay may seem good for a long time at home, but when used in a studio environment, they wear out quite fast.

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DeathsingerQc t1_j9bj6kg wrote

Bigger = better

But seriously it depends on the amp / cable, the one I use is secure in there, I need to pull kinda hard to take it out and the ones I use for my preamps have a locking thing on both ends.

If I accidentally pull my headphones with 6.3 the 6.3 will come out, with xlr the amp comes flying with the headphones. Which is probably not something you want but it is definitely not disconnecting by accident.

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suppaboy228 t1_j9bjo55 wrote

Yes, it may be stuck hard, but the tactile feel of insertion and pulling out is very unpleasant. It is click-clack with 6.3 and all of the jacks with the ball end. Friction fit plugs - nah. And the fixator doesn't help either.

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doncastiglionejr t1_j9ckoqr wrote

We still talkmbout hifi...? Because I see what you doing lol

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suppaboy228 t1_j9cnxd1 wrote

Ahahahah:) Yes, but tactility is also important for me, hence, my other hobbies are mechanical keyboards, fountain pens, and woodworking

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