Do I need to get an amplifier to get sound once connected to the return port on the audio snake?
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No, this is a headphone amplifier. So if you have a return signal coming back up the snake (from the desk) this amplifies it sufficiently to drive some headphones or in ears.
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No I Had To return It As Only One Mike Worked, When BothWhere Plugged In. Pyle Told Me That The Model Had Bad Inputs.
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Hello! It is USB and I don't think it connects directly into a normal amp. However it's output can be routed through one via your sound card.
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Hello. No, you will need an external amplifier to properly power a subwoofer.
65595
No. This unit has no amplifier. It is designed to be installed in a rack system or used with a home theater system so an external amp is necessary.
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I am not using a amplifier so you would have to check your manual or the Onkyo site for technical help.
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Would not amplfy sound from audio output jackDid not want to waste time troubleshooting. Jim
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You'll still need a proper amp. The output from this device isn't enough to power speakers alone.
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Ummm, no,, You must have an amplifier between your computer and these speakers.
20195
You will need a seperate amplifier. This boosts the signal depending on how you set the channel outputs, but it is not made to power speakers by itself.
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they need to be connected to the speaker output on your power amp or receiver with the correct type of wire
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I would not stress about this. The best solution would be to use an RCA Y adapter, and you could have one in 2 days from Amazon. However, you will get signal from plugging it into either the red or white terminal. Plug it into the one you like best and order the adaptor. I made my own from an old RCA cable that I had. Remember that you only paid $100 for your surround sound system-you aren't going for audiophile levels of accuracy here.
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You will need an amplifier. If you don't already have one, you should probably consider a sound bar with a built-in amp
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You need to plug the receiver unit into an amplifier. The output connection uses a 1/8" audio jack. Most amplifiers require a 1/4" male connector. You can find an adapter from any Radio Shack type store. You will need an adapter that has a 1/8" male plug at one end (this goes into the receiver units "output") the other side needs to be a 1/4" male plug. This end goes into the amplifier.
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Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked fantastic for me with instruments or mics into a DAW computer based system. Hope this helps..... Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked... » Read More Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked fantastic for me with instruments or mics into a DAW computer based system. Hope this helps..... « Show Less
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you will need a preamp or a reciever with preamp outputs...its a nice unit for the money, it does have a power gain control on the back of the unit if you are pairing it with another amp..good luck
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That's how I use mine. (FYI - with an older HDTV set - since the output is external - you might not be able to control the volume of the sound without adjusting the amp's control. That is a bit of a pain.)