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Need help fast - Unbalanced Preamp to Balanced Amp

I have a NAD C162 Preamp that has two pairs of outputs that can go to multiple amps.

I have a balanced amp with ONLY XLR inputs (obviously).

What is the best way to connect the preamp to the amp? Is the best way to configure this setup to use both right outputs from the preamp (via Y splitter cable?) to the balanced amp to maintain voltage (and do the same with both left outputs at the pre)? Not a techy type of dude so any help would be appreciated.
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martykl
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As Al indicates, not all balanced amps are equally balanced. My ARC VT-130SE will lose app. 1/2 of its output capability (per ARC's service dep't) if you merely use an adaptor. As I understand it, the lack of cancellation provided by the balanced signal will cause the protection circuit to step in early and shut the party down.

Bottom line: Talk to the manufacturer of the amp before you try this.

Marty
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