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Bi-amping via Y-cables sound quality

I have a Linn Classik Music system and a Bryston 2b LP in a bi-amp configuration (The classik drives the tweeters while the bryston drives the mids) using Nordost Red Dawn interconnects.
I am thinking about getting a second bryston 2b and using the Linn strictly as a pre amp. Since the Linn only has 1 set of pre outs and the bryston doesn't have any pre-outs, I would be forced to use Y-cables to accomplish this.
My question is will the sound quality diminish by using Y-cables?
I really do not want to get a dedicated pre-amp because i like the fact that the Linn has a cd player and tuner built in a compact size.
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nick778
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If you're using mid to high end ICs then putting in a lesser quality Y-connector would indeed degrade the sound quality to the extent of the qaulity of the Y-connector.

Most any cable manufacturer will make up an IC for you with one end to the preamp and two to the amp. Of course, it would cost somewhat more but most all the major brands will do it as a special order.

This is the route I would suggest if you have upper mid to high end ICs and components.
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