The Hafler works because of the additional gain offered(active). I have the camelot hooked into a regular input on the Hafler and all is well except the sound quality. Is there that much difference in the amount of gain with a Cd source as opposed to a fairly high output MM cartridge fed into an outboard phono preamp? I figure the amount of gain would be a problem with low output Mc, but I did not figure I would have a problem with my current setup. I guess I was wrong.
Impedance problem with Rowland model 5?
I have a Rowland model 5 that I have been using with EVS attenuators(the kind that fit on the amp's input jacks) and my cd system with great results. Recently, I have experimented with analog, but I have to turn my attenuators to max level just to get a little sound. I am using Hales System II Signatures. The phono preamp is the Camelot lancelot Pro and the cartridge is the Virtuoso wood. I ahve adjusted the preamp according to the specs for the cartridge. Could this be an impedance problem? If so how do you adjust the impedance on a Rowland? I heard it was adjustable, and I do not have a manual. I have a cheap hafler preamp that works fine with the Camelot phono preamp. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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