Using Y-adapter to duplicate preamplifier outputs


Is there any loss from using y-adapters to duplicate an output on an amplifier? Case in point; I want to duplicate my preamp output to feed a ss amplifier and a tube amplifier. Both will not be used simultaneously. I just don't want the hassle of having to remove interconnects each time I am going to use one amp or the other.
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Showing 1 response by kr4

I would suggest you get the Y-connectors at Radio Shack and see if they work for you. If the input impedance of the SS amp (even when off) is much lower than that of the tube amp, it will shunt most of the signal and you will get little out of the latter.

If it works, then you can consider investing in higher quality connectors.

Kal