What do I need to use my BL3s as PC speakers or iMac speakers? Do I need DAC?

 

- Christian

You should just need the correct cable and switch the speakers to line input.

meandmyshadow:

You should just need the correct cable and switch the speakers to line input.

I'm not sure of the internal soundcard quality of the Mac - you may want to invest in an external DAC to do the BL3's justice.

Double post.

"You should just need the correct cable and switch the speakers to line input."

 

What would be a correct cable?

Mini jack to 2 powerlink though you will need to see your dealer to make sure this is available. I use BL3s with my PowerMac and the soundcard is fine. I do use a Beoport though as it allows me to pipe the music to the rest of the house as well. Not very expensive and allows control of iTunes with a Beo4.

Hi chrisped,

You need a stereo 3.5mm mini-jack to connect to the PC and two 7 pin DIN plugs for the Beolab 3's.  Don't use a cable with 5 pin DIN plugs fitted, as this won't have the voltage reference pin connected, so it may cause humming noises through the speakers.

Some dealers are selling a combination of three cable adapters to do this job, which can be rather unsightly in some applications.  A little bit of searching (eBay, internet, etc) will get you a high quality cable without any need for adapters.  If you prefer to buy from a franchised dealer, you may want to ask them if they sell cables other than the stock B&O offerings, as the choice of companies supporting this market is much wider than it was a couple of years ago.

Best regards,

Steve.

Thanks Peter, Steven & everyone.

I will now go hunting for that cable.

 

Christian

I'd ask Steve if he has one! His company does a good line in cables.

Thanks Peter!

I was trying to be helpful without wanting to promote my own products, so I appreciate the recommendation!  A growing number of franchises are also stocking my cables, so there is now a better choice available on the high street, as well as online.

I'm always happy to answer any enquiries, especially regarding cabling...

Best regards,

Steve.