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2 channel Preamp or Pass on the PRE???

I am trying to figure out what the benefit of using a preamp in 2 channel is? I am using a CD (variable outs) as the source, and running directly to a pair of monoblocks.

What are the benefits, other that being able to use more than one source, and the ability to use a sub, that I don't get by going direct?

Thanks
Dan
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porschecab OP
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Ah!!

Thanks Albert, I would not have thought of that. I actually like the sound the Marantz CD-80 fed to the MA-24 47wpc of class A does with the Hales Revelation Ones. I tried the same set up with the Aerial 10Ts, and it didn't sound right at ALL! That said, it is a nice set for the Hales. I just wish at time I could add a sub, but I don't think that is possible in my current set up, is it?

Dan
porschecab OP
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Matt413575 -

What does your last statement mean?

"Also subs like REL recommend connecting to the amp instead of the pre. So this commbination would work fine in a CDP/Amp configuration"

How would I wire a powered sub with this system?

Dan
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