I need to know FOR CERTAIN if this amp will amplify a magnetic cartridge turntable, or will I need a preamp.
1301960
FOR CERTAIN this will not work properly with a phono out. You will need a pre amp or a turntable with a built in pre amp.
1301961
A phono pre amp does more than increase the signal voltage to line level. It also equalizes the signal to RIAA standards. This amp does not have a phono pre built in. But if you are using it for a power amp, you will do fine with a Berringer phono pre that can be found for @ $25
1301962
No it will not. For magnetic cartridge turntable you need a high impedance input. This is line level low impedance so you need a Pre-amp.
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.
1301964
Unlike line level audio sources like DVD/CD players, tape decks, FM tuners, mini disc, etc., which have output voltages anywhere from 0.7V to 2.5V, the output voltage from a magnetic cartridge installed in a turntable is very low (2-5mV), and requires additional amplification. This additional amp stage, the phono pre amp, was built into most older receivers and audio amplifiers, allowing direct connection of a turntable. However, since the CD entered the market (early 1980's), the vinyl records and turntables were declared obsolete. Audio equipment manufacturers slowly phased the phono pre amp out. Newer stereo equipment, including most mini-systems and home theater units, have no magnetic cartridge phono input. In order to connect a turntable, you need to first pass the signal thru a phono RIAA equalization pre amp.
1301965
Depends on the type of connection your turntable has and the amount of wattage you expect.
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.
1301967
it depends on the turntable, but my guess is that for 20 bucks and amazon's no questions asked returns with no shipping costs, it's prolly worth the try since it amplifies everything i have.
2243071
No. You'd need an external preamp if your receiver (or whatever device receiving the turntable output) doesn't have an internal preamp.
2259602
You can NOT plug this, or any quality Turntable w/cartridge, directly into a speaker, or any of the new iPhone type accessory speaker devices. You need a "Phono Pre-Amp" that both amplifies the very low level output from the cartridge AND equalizes the sound. All good cartridges equalize to the RIAA curve. A Phono pre-amp has to then de-equalize back to linear sound for play back. Confusing, but required.
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S.Payne is correct. The "Special Input" is called a pre-amp to boost the very low signal from the turntable's cartridge up to something the receiver can use. I have the "TCC TC-750 BLACK Audiophile Phono Preamp, Pre-amp (Preamplifier)" and I am very happy with it, however there are other, more cost effective pre-amps available on Amazon depending on the audio quality you are looking for.
383264
No, you don't. A turntable preamp will amplify a signal from phono level to line level, so you need either a phono input on your system (which you have) or a preamp between your turntable and a line level input.
1382308
Dear customer, pre-amp is not necessary since it is an integrated amp. but you need to add a phono preamp to play turntable.
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Yancy, this is similar performance to my setup,and not unusual. The moving magnet cartridge on your Music Hall generates 5 millivolts.The VP130 steps that signal "up" 30db max. Your other receiver inputs have higher preamplified signals (db gains) into your receiver, hence a lower volume setting for them (at the same perceived "loudness").Also,make sure you tie your preamp,turntable, and receiver together with a ground wire to reduce hum. Others here have commented about replacing stock power supply with the Enercell 15v supply and the "M" adapter tip from Radio Shack. I did and Recommend it also! Hope this helps. Yancy, this is similar performance to my setup,and not unusual. The moving magnet cartridge on your Music Hall generates 5 millivolts.The VP130 steps that signal "up" 30db max. Your other receiver inputs have higher preamplified signals (db gains) into your receiver, hence a lower volume setting for them (at the same perceived "loudness").Also,make sure you tie your preamp,turntable, and receiver together with a ground wire to reduce hum. Others here have commented about replacing stock power supply with the Enercell 15v supply and the "M" adapter tip from... » Read More Yancy, this is similar performance to my setup,and not unusual. The moving magnet cartridge on your Music Hall generates 5 millivolts.The VP130 steps that signal "up" 30db max. Your other receiver inputs have higher preamplified signals (db gains) into your receiver, hence a lower volume setting for them (at the same perceived "loudness").Also,make sure you tie your preamp,turntable, and receiver together with a ground wire to reduce hum. Others here have commented about replacing stock power supply with the Enercell 15v supply and the "M" adapter tip from Radio Shack. I did and Recommend it also! Hope this helps. « Show Less
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You shouldn't need a separate preamp since most modern turntables already have preamps built in. So if you want to buy one just in case, do so but it shouldn't be needed.
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If your turntable does not have an internal preamp, then you will need an external phono preamp prior to input into one of the audio inputs on the receiver. Decent ones are available for about $50: http://www.amazon.com/ART-II-Preamplifier-Outputs-Switchable/dp/B000AJR482
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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.
1996294
If you have a bunch of old records that you can't get on Cd or MP3, and you just want to listen to them, get the model with the built in pre-amp. You will also then be able to put them on your computer. But if you are looking for a vinyl based system that beats cds, mp3s etc, then you'll need a higher end turntable, cartridge etc. Otherwise you're better off plugging your Ipod straight into your amp!
1074889
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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This preamp is strictly for MM cartridge turntables. The mic you bought requires a MIC preamp with XLR input connectors and phantom power. See the Wikis for these terms if they are unfamiliar. The Amazon listing for this mic claims it can be plugged directly into a computer sound card mic input; this seems unlikely...
1547561
Yes. I added a pre-amp to my turntable. It works very well. Highly recommended.
886001
U need a regular amp for u'r application. This a Great speaker amp,not for a turntable though.
2184791
I imagine it would. A proper phono stage of any type for mm cartridges will provide amperage boost and riaa curve equalization. The only other thing you will need is records. :)
178216
Do you need a pre-amp to work with this - connect turntable to pre-amp, connect pre-amp to INport, connect INPort to iMac......