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Best way to hook-up a cd player to Krell 400xI

Hello,
I just got a Krell integrated amp 400xi and would like to know how other are hooking-up their cd player to it. The amp does not have an optical cable or Coax output? What can I do to get the most out of my cd player?

Thanks,
Matt

Audioquest cables, totem forest speakers, and Marantz cd changer.
matt00
xti16
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The amp does not have an optical cable or Coax output?
You mean input.
Connect your player to the Krell using either Xlr or Rca cables. Optical or coax inputs/outputs are generally used between Transports and Dac's
matt00 OP
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Thanks, but I was curious to know if people use DAC's with their krell/cd set-up. Or would I get a noticeable improvement purchasing a Cd player w/ balanced outputs?

Matt
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elberoth2
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Definately - using the 400xi with a Marantz changer is like putting some old, 14 inch wheels on your new BMW 535i.
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