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Connecting Headphone Amp

I want to add a headphone amp to my system, just can't figure out how to. I don't want it connected to a particular source input component. I want to be able to use it with various sources. Here's the problem. I have a Conrad Johnson CA200 which I am definitely not replacing. It has a pre-out, perfect for a headphone amp, but when you mute the amp, the pre-outs are muted as well. Any brilliant thoughts out there. I'd really appreciate a suggestion.
adeep42

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adeep42 OP
114 posts
 
Thank you Al.

That's brilliant!

Alan
adeep42 OP
114 posts
 
Al, still think your idea was brilliant, however, C-J told me the mute mutes everything. I’m back to square one.
adeep42 OP
114 posts
 
Al, Thank you again. really appreciate your excellent thoughts. You are definitely an example of what makes Audiogon such a terrific community.

Best,

Alan
adeep42 OP
114 posts
 
Al, don't know if you're still watching, but I thought I'd let you know what's happening. I decided that the only thing I could do was experiment. Borrowed a headphone amp and some phones. Tried every possible connection I could think of. All to no avail. The C-J CA200 just is not meant to connect to a headphone amp in any way.


Thanks for your input and good thoughts.


Best,

A frustrated Alan



adeep42 OP
114 posts
 
Hello Al,

You are my new guru. It worked. Thank you so very much. My plan is now to build a Bottlehead Kit. In the summer of 1958 I built my first hifi. A 12 watt mono Eico kit. The later stereo version is now regarded as a classic. Restored, they can go for up to $1500. It served me well for many years. Hopefully, I can experience that fun and satisfaction again.

By the way, looked at your system. A superb mix of new and classic.

Best,

Alan






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