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How to expand of line inputs?

I have a Placette single linestage pre. I always thought that would be enough for my stereo needs. Then came PC audio. Now I would like to use my cdp and SB3 without having to plug and unplug. Do people have a suggestion (short of replacing my pre) for being able to connect both the cdp and SB to the pre? I'm thinking there must be some kind of splitter (perhaps with a toggle switch) but I'm not sure about whether it would degrade the sound quality.
holderlin
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bemopti123
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http://www.audiocubes2.com/brand/Luxman/product/Luxman_AS-4_(III)_Pin_Plug-type_Channel_Selector.html?osCsid=c1e76708af61b644e0e39c34417e239d

or

the 47 Labs selector....rather expensive but high quality. The Luxman seems decent enough.
holderlin OP
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Thanks for your recommendations. I'll check out the cost of the Mapletree line router. If too much, I'll look at the Sima. I'm currently using the DAC-Ah while my Cary cdp is in the shop. I especially like it because I can toggle between my PC and cdp. Once the Cary's back I don't think I'll be using the external DAC. Of course, I'll compare the Cary's internal with the external. My system's really in flux at this time as I move gear in and out.

bob
coffee_nudge
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The Manley solution is called the Skipjack. Unfortunately it retails for $900.
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jond
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Manley has some device, I forget the name, that expands line inputs. Check their website I'm sure it's on there somewhere. Good luck!
riffer
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MAD LR1:

http://www.mapletreeaudio.com/

Scroll down.
rwwear
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An outboard DAC with more than one input would alleviate your problem. You can also get an A/V switcher. I have one made by Sima that has digital and analog switching. It also has signal sensing and remote control. Of course, anytime you add a switch you have to worry about degrading the sound. A DAC would be your best option. They just don't put enough inputs on preamps these days. I need about eight.
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