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thanks, that's good info. Although, I'm not sure I see the difference between attaching an attenuator to the source vs. the amp. Seeing as the RCA cables attached to my Pro-Ject have standard male red and white connectors intended to go straight into the phono stage female red and white...

yes, I think I'll start with -10db and see how that goes with the Pro-Ject -> amp -> RS1 and -10db balanced xlr for Oppo -> HS5

good question. just reading about it now, I presume a pair of these go into the phono inputs on the back of my amp (the ones that lead to the phono stage?) http://www.ekmpowershop16.com/ekmps/shops/rothwellaudio/in-line-attenuators-2-p.asp

thanks, will check out Rothwell attenuators.

interesting, will look into those, thanks. presume there's no loss in quality with attenuators.

thank you so much, that has demystified things!

Hi there, I'm a bit confused by the volume produced by my amp. Here's my current setup: Turntable: Pro-ject Debut IIIDAC: Oppo 105-DAmp: Sony TA-FE370Speakers: Monitor Audio Silver RS1Active Speakers: Yamaha HS5 (for DAC only) Turning the volume knob on my amp to about 10 - 15 percent produces...

Thanks for the prompt response. My budget is relatively modest, up to £1.2k, maybe stretch to £2.2k if getting a pre and power. I realise now that mentioning monoblocks and pre/pros, given my budget, just goes to show my limited knowledge! Cheers for your comments.

Hello, Long time reader, first time posting. I wonder if you can help me find an amplifier to suit my needs. I have a pair of active speakers (Yamaha HS5) and a pair of regular hifi speakers (Monitor Audio Silver RS1). RS1s are connected to a budget integrated amp (Sony TA-FE370) via RCA. The...