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Can the output of an ARC PH-7 be turned down?

I just purchased almost simultaniously an ARC PH-7 and an Aesthetix Calypso. I'm finding the "7"'s output is overdriving my Calypso-at least that's what Aesthetix thinks. Try as I might, I can't find any jumper or adjustment to the 7's output. Any suggestions?
handymann
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mofimadness
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The ARC PH-7 has a fixed output of 57.7db. You could try some in-line attenuators or a different cartridge with a much lower output.
swanny76109
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does your Calypso have adjustable gain and is it set at the lowest level? There's an adjustable jumper inside the case. Aesthetix can tell you. Even the low gain was too high for my system so I got rid of it.
samhar
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You can also try putting 5751's(gain factor 70) in the 12AX7(gain factor 100) sockets this will decrease the output level.
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