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Possible to run a turntable direct to an amp?

Was considering skipping the preamp altogether and running a turntable direct to an amp. This way I could allocate more $$$ to source components. Obviously, the phono stage has to be capable of doing this. Any recommendations on this approach or feasible options if doing so? I know its done in the CD world, but in the analog world?
leftistelf
gregm
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ANY phono equipped with a volume control will do. The rest, i.e. choosing WHICH phono, is up to your musical tastes! Cheers
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jfrech
1,816 posts
 
Aesthetix has a high end model designed to do this. It's pricey, but one the best.
norbert
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Jadis also has phono with vol. control.
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tony007
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Check out the Art Audio Vinyl One. It does exactly what you are looking for and plus it's tubed.
dredster
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Yes, I run my turntable to a seperate phono preamp and then to a seperate transformer volume controller and on to the amps/ speakers. I use over 11 meters of cables so it can be done with proper matching of components and interconnects. This setup uses an MC cartridge with less than 1 mv so don't be affraid to experiment with low volt cartridges either.
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