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RE: Stereo preamp in mono system?

Posted by lesleymorley@yahoo.com (A) on April 9, 2015 at 12:25:23

In Reply to: Stereo preamp in mono system? posted by lesleymorley@yahoo.com on April 8, 2015 at 15:11:48:

Thanks for the informative and useful responses.
I've tried using a Y splitter vs. just using one channel of the stereo preamp, and, even on mono records, I would say the sound is fuller and more present with the splitter cable.
I also tried hooking up a Lexicon preamp in its mono mode, but the sound was vastly inferior to my CJ stereo preamp with the splitter.
Right now I'm wondering if a vintage mono preamp like a Heathkit or the like would sound as good as my beloved CJ stereo. After the experience with the mono mode on the Lexicon, I'm doubting it.
Any opinions?

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