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My mixer takes stereo line input via 2 mono TS jacks. My e-drum outputs stereo via 2 mono TS jacks as well.

Normally I will need to run 2 mono cables with TS jacks at each end from e-drum to mixer.

But I'm thinking about using a stereo cable and split them into 2 TS jacks at each end, using common ground. One less cable to maintain.

Is it safe?

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Stereo cables aren't special in any sense that would stop them from operating as independent halves. A common ground might cause some issues if you have two sources with different earth grounds, but in general this shouldn't be a problem.

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  • Agreed - but splitting 2-core & [single] earth is not a fun task [I play a Rickenbacker, I've done it; needs heat-shrink on the bits that stick out & rubberised hot glue on the junctions] It would be easier to just buy paired cable.
    – Tetsujin
    Commented Dec 2, 2014 at 20:03
  • Guess I'll just tie 2 mono cables with tape.
    – Moe Sweet
    Commented Dec 3, 2014 at 17:27

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