Streamer, Dac,with Pre Amp

Hi @garrymac 

The Yamaha AS2200 integrated amplifier reproduce music that sounds real. Paired with Clayton's Caladan OB speakers, the music sounds real. Sorry, I am not good with words but listen for yourself.

The AS2200 is all analog. Its Main In jack is SE though, not XLR.

You want to use an external Pre-Amplifier to your A-S2200? This means the A-S2200 will be used as a Power amplifier only.

- All you need to do is connect the Pre-Amp's output to the MAIN IN Left-Right input of the A-S2200.
- Lastly, you need to select the MAIN DIRECT input on the A-S2200.

Best is to re-confirm with Yamaha Customer Support.

Hope you like your set-up.

@garrymac - I use the Gold Note DS-10 in my office system. It combines a streamer, DAC and preamp into one device. I recommend the additional power supply that is an option. 
 

It’s fantastic and honestly competes with my primary system of much higher priced separates. I highly recommend it. 

There is only one optimum way to hook two overlapping pieces together in audionirvana. Which ever way sounds best to you. Not some reviewer.

The As2200 just came in today have a old cd player hooked up to it now set on repeat.  I haven't got a streamer or dac yet I may get a nice turntable and break out my albums that have been  stored for 25-30 years.

I did figure out how to hook up the eversolo dmp-a8 but I'm still not sure what way to go yet.