TCC Materials Beresford TC-7240 4-Way RCA/Phono Line Amp Router Audio Switcher Selector Splitter

Alright - look my fellow audiophile Homies. I've now tried 9 different audio switchers from various brands - mainly those that switch RCA audio inputs/outputs. And I've had some wonderful versions and then some not so wonderful ones - it's all a gamble you know.Now enter this gorgeous (albeit more expensive than many of the other RCA audio switchers) TC-7240 , and it changes everything.First, it's passive - no power requirements. And of course, anything passive brings up a variety of questions and to name just a few (among others perhaps):1. Will it result in a loss in gain/volume levels? The answer to that for this particular switcher is: "NO" - none that I've noticed.2. Will anything placed in between the output and input signals (such like a switcher of this nature) result in a change in audio quality? The answer to this is for this particular switcher is: "NO"3. Will this switcher hold up to constant handling - i.e. turning the knobs back and forth as you switch between input sources over time? The answer to this is: "NO" - at least not yet.This audio switcher is built like a tank and if you want to see high quality RCA inputs, check out the ones on the rear this TC-7240 - classic audiophile quality. More so, aesthetically, it will blend in easily with any audiophile system.Here is how I use this TC-7240 switcher:I use mine by my desktop PC. I have 4 different DAC's (digital to analog converters) connected to my switcher, with the main output (line output A) running to a pair of Presonus powered desktop monitors. This allows me to switch back and forth between DAC's to determine sound differences. You see, I do a series of reviews and blogs about various audio gear. In addition, this switcher gives you the option of two different outputs. In the event I want to use another pair of powered desktop monitors (in addition to the Presonus that I'm currently using as my reference setup), I just run an additional set of RCA cables from output B on the switcher to the other monitors. You want to talk convenience - well, this most certainly fits that bill! I can then also compare the two speaker systems. There is no end to the combinations you may wish to pursue with this switcher.As for sound differences, suffice it to say that the insertion of this audio switcher will result in no sound colorations at all and that's key. As I alluded to previously, I do reviews/blogs about various audio gear and this switcher allows you to discern the differences in audio qualities between various gear (without this switcher inserting any additional sound colorations into the mix). What else could I possibly add.Yes, this one is a bit more expensive - or should I say perhaps one of the most expensive. But if you value your audio gear and have a requirement for a quality switcher that does not insert itself audio-wise into the mix, and more so - holds up under intensive use - then look no further than this TC-7240 audio switcher.

It's worth noting that as a simple unpowered switching device u can use the inputs as outputs, outputs as inputs; which makes this unit much more versatile.

I had three cheap switch boxes on my high-end stereo, and decided this was not acceptable. I needed something to route a CD player, a turntable, and an equalizer to a main system, and to an old Victrola console. I almost bought the Zen, but $400 is a bit pricey. As it turned out, I got this Beresford box to do everything I needed it to. I've always been leery of claims about "greater soundstage", "tighter bass" and my favorite "dark backgrounds" , etc. After hooking up this box, I played one particular song "Pearls" by Sade, and for the first time, I could make out what she was saying in the first line. It seemed to me that everything in general sounded better. My imagination? Maybe, but I think this thing is really a high quality box. I looked inside it, and it is built like a tank. Gold plated jacks, and what I think is silver solder.I wanted a box that had a stereo switch too, for my turntable, and when I looked inside the box, I knew I couldn't re-wire inside. So I figured how to do it on the outside. So, if you want this to do stereo/mono, here's how I did it. I have the turntable in input #2, and output A goes to the EQ then the pre-amp. In input #2, I plugged in 2 y-connectors, one in left, one in right. I also plugged in 2 Y-connectors into output A. The turntable plugs into a right and left lead in input 2, the EQ plugs into the Y in output A. Now, you take the free right and left lead from the Y in the input, and connect it to the free leads on the output, creating a "permanent" stereo connection between input and output. Here's where the mono part comes in: you have to mix the right and left leads that you connect between the input and output. Thus, when you are on input 2, you get L-R stereo internally, but also get R-L on the "outside", thus: MONO. When you switch to a different input, you only have the external connection, thus STEREO. BUT, you have to have a way to switch off your phono pre-amp (which should be in line before the box) otherwise, you may risk some interference on the other inputs like the CD. When I have the turntable off, and the pre-amp box off, I can't detect any crosstalk at all with my CD.Your results may vary if you do this. Anyway, this box is really worth the money.

Well built, solid item. Great not to have another power cord. Does the job perfectly.

I've been looking for a solid switcher that could help me integrate my headphone and speaker systems for a long time. Not sure why it is so hard to find a decent switcher that accepts 4 inputs and 2 outputs without any other trickery. Most switchers seem to be more home-theater focused, lack more than 1 output, have questionable build quality/aesthetics, or are stratospherically expensive. After much searching, this one fit the bill perfectly for toggling my sources between my power/integrated amp and headphone amp. Build quality is excellent, and, as other reviewers have noted, the unit is weighty and will not shift or tilt when cables are attached. Front selector dials have a premium, solid feel and satisfying resistance between selections. The labels are a bit finicky (small), but look fine if you take some time to line them up, or just don't use them. The front aux input is labeled aux (not iPod).I'm not an obsessive audiophile, and generally just stream lossy sources like Spotify or listen to vinyl, but to me there is no discernible impact on audio quality what-so-ever. Inputs I'm using are a Cambridge Audio CXNv2 Streamer, a Rega RP1 turntable + Schiit Mani phonostage, and an old tape deck, with one output going to my Marantz PM5005 integrated amp + Polk Audio RTiA1 speakers, and one output to my Schiit Lyr 2 headphone amp + Sennheiser HD6XX headphones. Best solution I have found for a system with more than one amp or a headphone + speaker system. Extremely pleased with this product at this price point. Highly recommended.