Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Stereo Preamplifier with 9V Battery - 12V DC Power Adapter - RCA Input/Output - Low Noise - Ideal for Phonograph and Vinyl - PP555

This was a gift to my daughter who had a turntable without a preamp built in. Works like a charm.

Less than twenty dollars, sounds great, shipped fast and worth every penny.I really thought of going with something more expensive. Please note, I had nothing to compare it to. So I ran it straight into the receivers vs through this box straight into my computer, then back to those same receivers. Untouched sounded slightly better straight into either of my JVC 517v receiver. But here's the catch, slight adjustments to the computer and all bets are off.The computer can add reverb, EQ, Noise Reduction, range expansion, widen or narrow the separation and even slow or speed up without distortion or the pitch going nuts. Meanwhile, any of this done on the receiver, via the receiver does more harm in too many cases. I played Rap, rock, Classical, old school motown, soul, and even compared CD's some of the same stuff I have records, Amazing! I can't see myself buying something more expensive without an A vs B comparo!Here's what I'm using.I have a DIYer computer with an old Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Music that rated at about 101db, makes me miss the Auzen Prelude card that died. I'm using the line-level input and it is important that you not use it as MIC. As a source (Mobo sound card switched from MIC to Line-Level input) I never use motherboard sound. Phono's Red and White RCA connectors to the Preamp box's Input. Output the computer using something like ""AmazonBasics 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA Adapter Cable - 4 Feet"or the Monoprice equivalent.There has to be better more expensive solutions/options out there but this thing rocked. I have a Technics SL-Q300 Turntable (Record player LOL) and had thought my needle/stylus was worn out! Even ordered a cheap needle to check this, but the old needle under magnification showed it had gunk on it. A little WD-40 and alcohol plus q-tip and all is good again. $47 needle/Stylus sounds like $47 and the $19 sounds like, well, $19 LOL! But that's not really fair. I'll keep new needle for a back up though.I would buy this Preamp again if needed and will tell friends about it. If this is confusing, please ask questions. I use two receivers for sound from my computer, Ole school JVC for left and right sounds for music and a newer Harman Kardon AVR 246 for discrete analog 5.1 sound for games and etc...........

After nearly 50 years of great service, the left channel died on my HK Citation 17 preamp. I rarely use it any more, except when I want to digitize a song or two from an ancient LP, so I looked for an inexpensive replacement. The Pyle PP555 looked like a good choice. So far, it works fine. As other reviewers have noted the output volume is low, but I can compensate for that with my amplifier's volume control, and the sound quality is acceptable. Not as good as my old preamp, but better than I'd expected for the price. So far (it just arrived today) I haven't noticed any hum or noise problem. All in all, I'm happy with my purchase.

There's a product by Pyle that is a little cheaper but it lacks the 9v battery option. I will be interested to see how long the 9v battery lasts, but the product comes with a 12v adapter for house current.This item did what I needed it to do for less than $25. No need to purchase an expensive pre-amp just to play my turntable.

I don't have an amp with a phono input so this little device brought the output from my dads old turntable up to typical line in for a modern amp. Wonderful.

Summary: Feedback and staticIf you spent a good amount of money on a record player, don't cheap out on the preamp. I needed something to get me by until my other came in and wanted to see if this would be worth keeping as a spare in case of anything.It is not worth it. I heard static and feedback that the audio could not be heard. It was drowning sound of feedback. I will say, it could be that it needed to be grounded. My record player did not come with a grounding option. I was going to go above and beyond to see if it would work to give it an accurate review and find a screw somewhere to ground BUT it does not come with a grounding wire soooo review stays as is. If grounding is necessary, at least include the cable. Unsure if that is the case but seems to be so.

I've been using the Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp, and it’s been a great addition to my audio setup. It’s easy to install and instantly improved the sound quality of my turntable. The audio is much clearer and richer, with noticeably better bass and detail. It’s compact, so it doesn’t take up much space, and it integrates seamlessly with my existing equipment. For anyone looking for an affordable and effective way to boost their turntable's sound, this preamp is a fantastic choice. Highly recommend!

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