Phono input: How does this receiver sounds like using its phono input ??
472770
Honestly just ok. I found it somewhat flat and not dynamic. Really it was on par with typical MM phono inputs of receivers in this price range. I got a high output moving coil cartridge with a phono preamp and plugged into the line input. The difference was extraordinary. This receiver for me beat out the Marantz 8004 and the NAD 356BEE. I found them dull and needed to significantly increase the treble response to get any clarity. This Yamaha is very rich, dynamic, and has lots of clarity (if you like detailed upper frequencies).
298311
Thank you for clearing up my question about the phono input hookup. I appreciate your taking the time. I'll go into a higher equipped model which will solve the problem.Dana M. KottCathedral City, CA
811824
Not really. Hard to find one with a proper phono input these days. Basically means you need a phono preamp to apply the right EQ to the phono signal before going to any of the inputs on this receiver. There are affordable preamps, about $50, I think.
1772247
Not really. It lacks a phono input, which is specialized in that it can take a less powerful signal. You can get a phono preamp for $20 or less, which then could be plugged into any of the RCA inputs (the unit doesn't have too many, so if you also have a CD player and another analog in, you'll be better off with another model). Receivers with phono inputs are becoming rare, as eliminating it saves a bit on the bill of materials and creates an upsell opportunity for the higher end models with them.
1093059
Regarding hooking this up to the turntable - This DAC accepts digital inputs by way of optical cable or coaxial cable. As long as phono preamp outputs digital signals, this DAC can take the input. Regarding listening - you need to have an amplifier or receiver. :)
974322
There is no "phono" input on this receiver, so it doesn't have a preamp. You can use another RCA input (I am using "Tape"), but that will only work depending on your turntable, and if it has a built-in preamp. If your turntable has a "phono" out or phono switch/setting, it will work. I have one connected and it works fine. Otherwise, you will need to buy a little $20 preamp. If you are only looking to power your speakers for a turntable, this is probably not the receiver for you.
1320425
No phono input, you'll need a phono pre-amp to do that: http://72.30.186.176/search/srpcache?ei=UTF-8&p;=denon+avr-e300+connect+turntable&f;r=yfp-t-900&u;=http://cc.bingj.com/cache.aspx?q=denon+avr-e300+connect+turntable&d;=5038706481568084&mkt;=en-US&setlang;=en-US&w=PGxTcZfQjT7zVr1gadQwxcCueKEhA8M3&icp;=1&.intl=us&sig;=DTOFeG4jP.I9d4LJhCdQtw--
1840509
Theres many analog in and out jacks on the back panel. There's none however for phono... hope this helps you...
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.
545855
You need a PHONO input or an accessory PHONO pre amplifier add on. My guess is that you can not easily connect, but a work around is often possible with small expense.
335493
I think its a bad ad. There isnt any phono input on the back and when you look at Denon's site, it says the same, but under connectivity, it says it does not have a input. Looks like the AVR-3312CI has Phono Input.
421325
If you have a more modern receiver without a "phono" input, you will need to also purchase a preamplifier. I have this and the audio-techna preamp and am very happy with it.
1764540
It does have phono inputs, however depending on the age of your turntable (if it has a pre-amp built into it) the phono jacks won't work. The good news is if your turntable is new (like mine) you can plug it into the "AUXILLIARY" jacks and it will work JUST FINE. This is a good reciever for the price. J.D.
1479028
This receiver doesn't have a PHONO input. You would need an add-on phono preamp to use this receiver with older turntables. Some modern turntables connect with USB or have a built-in phono preamp and could be used directly with this receiver. Search Amazon for "phono preamp"
1727310
I have a cheap all-in-one receiver and a 1970's Phillips turntable. The sound was very dim, as you say. The TCC TC-753LC pre-amp did the trick. My old albums sound great with plenty of volume. Mind you, I don't have a high quality receiver and was just glad to get any sound out of the old turntable.
2051724
Without a phono input, my understanding is that you would need a line level adapter.
1302724
No problem connecting to a receiver. If your computer has a sound card, you could connect via phono outputs to your receiver. Also SPDIF if both have that plug.