Are input sensitivity and impedance right if using a Marantz SR5004 Surround Receiver as the Preamp? Using Martin Logan ESL
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I dont know if this helps. I have a Marantz 8801 with b&w 683 I found the amp clean and clear with The exception of being on the bright Side with treble.
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I would not recommend hooking up any EQ to any A/V Receiver. This could result in distortions in the signal processing features, ( ProLogic, Jazz, Concert,etc. ), of these modern receivers. This has the potential of damaging the high frequency speakers with some EQ settings. There is no problem using an EQ with a 2 channel receiver, if the EQ settings are not too extreme.
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Yes. Phono preamps have a specific equalization curve applied. There are also differences in the amount of amplification needed and probably the input impedance.
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I would say refer to the instruction manual as well. I found this interesting paragraph in the manual to a circa 1998 Marantz receiver that I have whose speaker outputs are labeled "8 ohms": Note on loudspeaker impedance: The power ratings specified for this Marantz receiver are obtained using fixed value test load impedances. However, the actual impedance of a loudspeaker system will vary with frequency, deviating from the nominal rating. This Marantz amplifier will drive any modern loudspeaker system with a rated impedance of 4 ohms or higher. A few newer loudspeakers feature impedances of less than 4 ohms. The high current output capability of this Marantz receiver can provide the additional power necessary to drive such low impedance speakers. However, during extended passages of high volume, the protection circuitry may temporarily interrupt operation. If this occurs, simply reduce the volume accordingly. The protection circuitry is specially designed so that it cannot affect the sound quality during normal operation.
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I am not an expert , but as far as I KnowYou have to check if the Marantz can Stand your speaker potency! It is a very good Amplifier , but with a limited potency!
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i actually use another rca line input and use the pre amp from my turntable with an in line booster (between turntable and 5000) and it works much better than the phono input on the 5000. i was getting a humming noise using phono input. your setup might be different though. either way my vinyl sounds awesome now!
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Hi, I have my Emotiva UPA-700 connected to a Marantz SR6007 Home Theater AV Receiver. I felt that the sound is not louder, but it is clearer. I tested it to see if it was worth keeping the Emotiva. I felt it was worth it. Also, as an FYI - Since I have 4 ohm impedance Dynaudio speakers I decided to go with a separate amp to protect my receiver. The thing that surprised me the most was my volume level is at about the 2/3rd level. (With my earlier Yamaha receiver without any amp, it was usually at the 1/4th level).
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Dude, it works well but you should give the speaker a better receiver:Marantz SR5008 7.2-Channel 1080P and 4K Ultra HD Pass Through, Networking Home Theater Receiver with AirPlay (Discontinued by Manufacturer)Whats your front speaker?
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The xra 2 is a stereo Amplifier not a surround sound amp. I think you need a different Amp for your situation. Your Pre Amp may tell you in the instructions. But this unit is for high end stereo.D.S.
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I think the match is acceptable... At the same time a more powerful amp will sure do better. I was hoping for more "umph". Im going to try the speakers with a more powerful amp to see if theres any difference.
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Yes, certainly. I'm personally using a Boston Acoustics brand sub. You may be interested to know I have the speakers and sub controlled through a very inexpensive but wonderful preamp, (Gemini PA-7000). To achieve good balance you may be surprised to learn I have the sub itself turned as low as possible. In other words, the A+ speakers themselves are themselves quite bassy - also, found I needed to lower the subs crossover all the way to 75 or 80 cycles. Quite amazing. The biggest advantage of the preamp is to be able to adjust to various source signals. So, I guess the short answer is -- Yes
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Although Stanton doesn't explicitly reference a preamp, there is a ph-line switch for that purpose. I have mine set to line and connected to an awia mini-system with no phono input and it's working great.
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If you have a good Quality surround receiver(Yamaha, Marantz, Onkyo ETC.), go ahead and use them with the receiver. It is designed to have a nice set of fronts. JIm
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I'm sorry there's not enough information here . Where is your mixer in the chain from input to output i.e.. speakers. A integrated amp should have a tape monitor loop where the E.Q. would go and it would be able to use it to effect the sound signature from any input. This might help. The output of my pre amp goes to the input of the E.Q. then the out put of the E.Q. goes to the inputs of my two amps. See that way it can modifie the signal so the amps produce the signal you want to go to the speakers
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1) is your machine turned on?2) is the volume on the machine turned up?3) is your signal flow correct? (out of machine to in on amp)4) are you using a mono or stereo 1/4"? if so what output did you use?
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Hi I used it with really good results with a couple of small "JBL Control One" speakers and they did work fine, even though their sensitivity is on the lower side at just 87dB/W/m. Some speakers with higher sensitivity would even give you more volume. I think this little baby is capable of driving to a good level a small system if you are not unrealistic with your expectations.I myself have moved on to a "NAD D3020" but that is another ball park. But I am not getting rid of the TP30, I do like it.
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Yes you can do this. You would connect the pre-out jacks of the Marantz to the inputs of the amplifier using RCA connectors. Be careful when buying the amplifier as they can have a different number of pre-outs. For example, for my set-up I only wanted to power a single pair of main speakers, so I bought an amplifier with two input jacks - one for the left speaker and one for the right speaker. If you plan on using your amplifier to power not only your main pair of speakers, but also surround speakers, height speakers, width speakers, etc., then you will have to buy an amplifier with enough input jacks to handle all of the speakers you want to power. My amplifier is a Motiva -2 which means it has two input jacks to power two speakers (a pair of main speakers). Motiva also sells Motiva - 3 to power a pair of main speakers and a center speaker, Motiva- 4 to power a pair of main speakers and a pair of surround speakers, etc. Good luck, it is not really hard to connect your Marantz to an amplifier if you just read the documentation - John in Las Vegas.