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Re thinking my system; where to start?

I don't want to make what may be a simple concept confusing. My only source is CD. I may part with my AR LS5mkIII. My sony scd777es has no volume control and wouldn't use it if it did. Do I have any options for volume control without needing all other inputs and outputs? Can i get a linestage soley with volume and direct CD? Do I get a CD player with a high quality volume? I am bored with my present system and don't want to make any foolish decisions.
jrud

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soix
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Sounds like you might want to look at the Placette passive preamp. It's basically a volume control unit with one input--doesn't get much simpler or more transparent than this. FTAudio also seems good if you don't need a remote.

I'd also recommend either a DAC(EVS Millennium DAC, Kora Hermes, Modwright P3A, etc.) or send the Sony to someone like Ric Schultz at EVS to get it modified. Between this and the preamp I think your system will open up to a new level. Best of luck.

Tim
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