Aqvox 2CI Direct Input


I was curious whether or not any Aqvox users have tried to bypass the preamp and go directly from the phonoistage into the power amp using the gain on the 2CI as the volume control.

If so what cartridge and power amp are you using. Does this have sufficient gain?
ducatirider

Showing 2 responses by maxson

I run the AQVOX directly into my power amps, but they have volume controls (Decware SE84B monoblocks). In any case, the 14 dB doesn't provide enough attenuation for me.

I read the same positive-feedback.com review Hdm mentions, but haven't been able to optimize the attenuators' position as easily. There's no overload with them all the way up that I hear. So I've been keeping them at 6 (1 o'clock).
Actually it was a revelation--removing the Counterpoint SA-1000 from the system. Could crank the volume much higher without distortion, several veils removed, etc.

Like I said above, tho, the AQVOX attenuators don't give you enough range.