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Connecting Technics turntable SL-D3 to Sony stereo HCD GR3

post #1 of 4
11/23/09 at 10:05pm
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I have just bought a Technics turntable, model SL-D3 to play my old vinyl collection.  
 
I plugged it into my Sony stereo system and tried to use the 'video' function.  The Sony system is as below:
Sony HCD-GR3 stereo Disc Exchange / Mini Hi-fi component system, 3 CD changer and double tape deck
 

The sound was very low.  I have been told I need a phono preamp.
 
Is this correct?  Any advice you could give me on connecting the turntable to the Sony system would be much appreciated.
 
Cheers
Damian

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post #2 of 4
11/24/09 at 8:46pm
Moved thread here. 
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post #3 of 4
11/25/09 at 5:41am
Yes, you need a phono preamp, if your receiver doesn't have a phono input.
Here is one, but I have no idea how good it is. The customer reviews seem to like it.
http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP-999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&s=aht&qid=1259156220&sr=1-10
Good luck!
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post #4 of 4
11/25/09 at 10:47am
You will also need a phono pre amp if you plan on transferring your vinyl to digital on your PC.
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