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Old 02-19-2007, 08:41 PM
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What happens if I buy a cd player with 8 volt preouts but my amplifier's input limit is around 5-6 volts? Would anything be ruined?
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Old 02-19-2007, 08:49 PM
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Generally the amp should be ok. The head unit won't be putting out the full 8 volts constantly.
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Old 02-19-2007, 08:52 PM
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most HU wont put out there rated power. my Alpine says its 4 volts but he sub preout clips at 2.7 volts.
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