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How far can I run a signal from a Cartridge.

I am wanting to get back into vynil and I am going to be getting a table (considering P3) and I would like to use the phono stage in my Linn Pretek. But there is a problem. The preamp would be 10 feet away from the table.

Can I run a signal this far without destroying it? It would be nice if I could as this is only a temporary soultion until my wife and I buy a house?

I could buy a Rega Phono stage but would it be that much better than the phonostage in my Linn? Seeing as in a year or so I might not need to use it anymore. I am wanting to save money money here and I am not sure if it would work.

I also will be using a high output MM cartridge ove about 6.5mv or so. I am thinking the Goldring 1042.

So my question is: would this work? How far can I run a signal without destroying it?
nickway
redkiwi
1,092 posts
 
The other sound issue that I would expect is an increase in grain.
eldartford
4,262 posts
 
Redkiwi...What is "grain" and why do you think it would increase?
newbee
4,767 posts
 
As I recall, with MM cartridges you have to take into consideration the capacitance of the I/C you are going to use to be sure your getting the proper match with your cartridge. Capacitance is usually measured by the ft x the ft length of the I/C. You might like to look into this issue.
eldartford
4,262 posts
 
Newbee...True. The longer interconnect could actually improve the loading.
nickway OP
168 posts
 
What do you mean by improve the loading?

I don't quite follow. Sorry :(
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