Recording from an integrated amp without tape loop

Zd542 and Gbart, thanks for your responses. I do have a stand alone phone preamp with adjustable gain and loading. I will try that directly into the RtR and monitor it through the RtR output to the amp.

Yes, a phono preamp is the way to go. Many units have selectable gain and cartridge loading. Try The Needle Doctor or Audio Advisor for a wide range of options, including a few tube models.

http://www.needledoctor.com/Online-Store/View-All-Phono-Preamps?sort1desc=F&sort1=Item_ONLINECUSTOMERPRICE

http://www.audioadvisor.com/products.asp?dept=74&pagenumber=1&sort_on=price&sort_by=ASC&view_all=false&sortby=price%2CASC

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If you have a seperate phono preamp you should be able to plug that directly into your reel to reel. You'll need it to have adjustable gain, though. If not, you may have to go a different route.