I'd go balanced. Likely a trade off given your constraints right now. Some XLR cables don't cost more, like Cardas. Depending on what type of sound your're looking for, Cardas Neutral or golden ref might a a great choice.
Transparent is another, but their xlr cable are twice the cost of rca's.
Benefits are much lower noise floor with balanced connections...
Transparent is another, but their xlr cable are twice the cost of rca's.
Benefits are much lower noise floor with balanced connections...