How do I connect an old turntable to an amplifier?

How to Connect a Turntable to an AV Receiver

1. Place your turntable directly next to your receiver.
2. Connect the supplied RCA-type stereo cable to the output of your turntable.
3. Look at the back of your receiver and examine the audio input options.

How do I hook up an old turntable to my receiver?

Simply plug the turntable’s audio signal cable into one of the receiver’s analog audio inputs. These inputs are oftentimes labeled Aux (auxiliary), Line In, Analog In, etc. You can even use your receiver’s “CD” or “Tape” input, if needed. No other connections are required.

Do old turntables have preamps?

Here are some things you should know about preamps: Some turntables have a preamp built-in. Some older amplifiers and stereo systems also have preamps built-in (look for inputs marked PHONO). DJ mixers function as a preamp. If your turntable has a USB output, it has a built-in preamp.

How do you use an old turntable?

To use a vintage turntable with these newer units the turntable signal must pass through an external phono preamp. You’ll then plug the output from the phono preamp into line-level inputs on your gear (these may be marked Aux, Tape, Line, Video, CD, etc).

What can you do with old turntables?

Donate to a Thrift Shop Drop off an unwanted record player at a local thrift store. Donating unwanted items extends their lifespans.

How do I use a turntable without a preamp?

A turntable without a phono preamp must be connected to the PHONO input on the amplifier, or to a LINE input on the amplifier via a separate phono preamp.

Can I use aux input for PHONO?

Can I use the aux input for phono? Yes, the aux input on a receiver can be used for phono, but only if you use a stand alone phono preamp for your turntable or if your turntable has a built in phono preamp.

How do you know if my turntable has a built in preamp?

To check if the turntable has a built-in preamp, check if there is a LINE output. A turntable with a LINE output always has a built-in preamp. If there, on the other hand, is a PHONO output only, the turntable doesn’t have a built-in preamp.