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Gavin Hughes
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January 4, 2023
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Turntable via Port to Arc w/2 x One/Sub (Gen 3)

  • January 4, 2023
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Hi

Considering picking up a Port as I have an Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB that I'd like to connect to my Sonos setup. I’m a little confused by the information regarding compatibility of Port with Sub (Gen 3) and not sure if I need to go for Amp instead.

Turntable has a built-in pre-amp so Port is there solely as input for Sonos. I’m not using an external third-party amp or other speakers. If the Port is connected to Arc/2 x One/Sub will it be able to pass low frequency content to the Sub?

Trying to avoid spending more for the Amp as I don’t have any plans to get wired speakers.

Thanks in advance

Gavin

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Best answer by jgatie

The Port will suffice for your needs. It will act as a Line-In for your Arc/2 x One/Sub.  The idea that a Port cannot support a Sub only applies if you are using the output of the Port as a source to an external amplifier, receiver, or powered speakers.

3 replies

Ken_Griffiths
Ken_Griffiths
January 4, 2023

You will be fine with the Port - the low frequency audio from the line-in will play to your Sub/Surrounds which presumably are both bonded to your Arc. You do not need the Amp.

    jgatie
    jgatieAnswer
    January 4, 2023

    The Port will suffice for your needs. It will act as a Line-In for your Arc/2 x One/Sub.  The idea that a Port cannot support a Sub only applies if you are using the output of the Port as a source to an external amplifier, receiver, or powered speakers.

      Gavin HughesAuthor
      Contributor I
      January 4, 2023

      Thanks so much guys - I’d hoped that was the case but was worried I’d missed something important when reading through previous questions on here.

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