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Output / Input Voltage Question

If I have a preamp that outputs 1.5v, but the amp's input is .5v, would this be the reason I don't have much headroom when I turn the volume up?  What is an ideal voltage match for preamp/amp combo?  Sorry if this is a dumb question.  Electrical stuff is not a strong point for me.
terrapin77
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russ69
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Combo is good, all you need is enough voltage to drive the amp and you have 3 times that. Not enough headroom, you need more amp.

P.S. 100wpc is not a lot of power. 
terrapin77 OP
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@russ69 My amp is a rebuilt and upgraded Quad 405 driving 4 ohm speakers.  Can't go past 40% volume without being way too loud.  I do have a small listening room though. 
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