Would this unit allow me to patch my turntable through the sound bar of a surround sound system? I can do this now, but the volume is weak. Would this unit boost the output to the sound bar?
1567500
Yes, this will boost the output of the turntable. I think it would work fine with the stereo line input on a sound bar.
1567501
if your turntable doesn´t have a phono output the volume will always be weak, that´s why you need this preamp to boost your signal to a line level like "aux input". Yes, it´ll work, but I recomend the Berhinger one, which cost the same, I returned my Pyle-pro, it doesnt have the best perform and sometimes comes defective.
1567502
I think you could do it. You would just need the appropriate cables and converters. I have mine connected to a Sony receiver and it boosts the volume pretty well.
1567503
If the sound bar takes regular RCA left and right then yes, it will. If you're plugging the turntable straight into the sound bar and the turntable doesn't have a built in phono preamp (most don't) then it will work. If for some reason there is already a preamp then this will probably damage something.
1301963
I just connected one of my turntables and it will work, BUT with a very low output at speakers. You will need a preamp.
886125
If your TT42 version has the phono preamp (there are two versions of the TT42, one with and one without), then yes. Otherwise you will need to install a phono preamp on the turntable output. Definitely worth it if space is a premium in your room. We use it as the sound for our living room tv. Right now, I'm streaming audio off my server. Definitely worth the purchase. IMHO. Our great room runs a full Marantz home theater setup (speakers excepted). Been a fan of Marantz for long time. Right price for what you get.
756697
From what I remember about the last century, turntables require a special input as they need some power from the receiver for the audio connection to work. And a ground. I don't think this will work even though it has aux RCA stereo inputs.
887239
There are some turntables that have a built in amp. Mine does so it works with straight RCA inputs.
1782348
I have an Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB plugged into an LG Home Theater. I have to really turn the home theater up to get nice volume. Would this preamp help me boost it? Thanks!
2223367
Frank, I would assume your turntable needs a RIAA equalization to play the turntable (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RIAA_equalization). In older equipment you would get "Phono IN" (RIAA) which basically is an internal "equalizer" that compensates for the loss of bass and attenuates highs. The input of this speaker is line level or aux level (An Aux level output is typically: unbalanced; a nominal level of -10dBV (0.1 volt); designed to feed an input with an impedance of 10,000 ohms or greater. As an example, an Aux output might feed a CD, DVD). A feed from an iphone or other mobile devices will suit the aux in level, by adjusting their volume. So what you need is a "pre-amplifier" that handles "phono" RIAA equalization and the output becomes line level to connect it to the speaker. I hope this is useful.
1859068
probably not...what this unit does is amplify the signal from a turntable to a tape deck output because most newer amps don't have a source input for phono.
721445
It looks like you should be able to. There are audio "in" jacks (1red & 1 white) on the back of the unit. Thereare also a couple of USB ports on the front of the unit but I don't know if turntables are using them now.It is a nice system with lots of power, I like mine!
802876
It should not lower the sound and should amplify it, this device is for turntables I believe and you should check with yamaha and ask why their phono input lowers sound output, etc.
1320422
I think that you can. The unit does not have specific jacks designated as turntable but it has Aux inputs. This should work.
1487236
No. I do not think this would help. I used this sound card in that capacity. I later abandoned it and went back to the on board sound card. I could not tell a difference. You are better off spending money on the cartridge and stylus in the turntable.
1928811
Kevin... I don't think you can wire a turntable directly into speakers, without some sort of amplifier/preamp between them. The signal will probably be far to weak to be usable. I hope this answers your question. Best of luck!
1301966
This is a power amp, not a turntable preamp. It expects line level input. Though you might be able to modify it, given sufficient electronics expertise, I would not recommend it.
1093060
This is a dual digital to analog converter which also functions as a marginal headphone amp for low quality headphones. This unit would not have sufficient output to drive speakers. Why take an analog source, vinyl, run it through a phono preamp to boost signal, through a DA converter to output to??????????
721444
It looks like you should be able to. There are audio "in" jacks (1red & 1 white) on the back of the unit. There are also a couple of USB ports on the front of the unit but I don't know if turntables are using them now. It is a nice system with lots of power, I like mine!
2246943
According to 'Billy's 4-star review, this turntable can be used to connect to stereo systems and listen to your vinyl. I had that doubt as well, but reading the reviews helped.