How can I use my monoblocks without a pre-amp? (1 Viewer)

[Bill Bradstreet]

Ok, I've plugged my monoblocks (LeAmps) into my HT already and I'm psyched at the improved sound. But I really want to get them going in my two-channel setup. The problem is, my preamp hasn't shown up yet (yup, waiting patiently on a 950). So, I have this old receiver powering my Diva 6.1s. The receiver does NOT have an output for an amplifier.

I don't want to destroy the new monoblocks or speakers, so I figured I'd ask instead of experiment.

Is there any way I can start using my monos with my current receiver? It is killing me not being able to hook to monos to the 6.1s in the family room.

Thanks

 

[PomingF]

Bill, you'll need some sort of gain control b/w your source component (CD/DVD player, TT, tuner, etc.) & the amps unless the latter comes with such feature.

PF

 

[Bill Bradstreet]

Bummer. I was hoping there was a way, but I couldn't see how to get around this exact issue without going out and buying something else.

I guess I'll wait patiently for my 950.

Thanks

 

[John Kotches]

Bill,
Check Parts Express (http://www.partsexpress.com) for speaker-level to line-level transformers. These are often used in car audio environments for doing a crossover to a subwoofer for a head unit without a preamp output. Something like Part # 265-023 might do the short term trick. Don't forget a power supply
You might be able to make this work in your environment.