[fmlfml]

I did some search on google but not quick understand how preamp works..
Does it has lower noise / use to power a passive speaker?
If I got a Little Dot MK VI, will it be able to connect NFB6 as a preamp?
Could someone explain in simply language? 

 

[Oskari]

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I did some search on google but not quick understand how preamp works..

 

1. http://www.audiophilejournal.com/what-is-a-preamplifier/
2. http://stason.org/TULARC/entertainment/audio/general/11-9-What-is-a-preamplifier.html#.UNbcauTNKyo
3. http://hometheater.about.com/od/hometheaterglossary/g/preampdef.htm
4. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preamplifier

 

use to power a passive speaker?

 
No, you need a power amplifier to power passive speakers. Active speakers have built-in power amplifiers.
 

If I got a Little Dot MK VI, will it be able to connect NFB6 as a preamp?

 
Yes, but I'm not sure why you'd want to. To use the NFB6 as a control amp?

 

[Dubstep Girl]

u know, i'm not entirely sure either. like i know what it does, but is it necessary in a system?

 

[Oskari]

It is not necessary unless your system needs some or all of its functions.
 
In a simple system of a source and a headamp you are not likely to need a separate preamp. You don't need source switching, the headamp already has a volume control, and you hardly need any additional gain (unless that source is a turntable which needs a phono preamp).

 

[Oskari]

I wrote this
 

1. http://www.head-fi.org/t/642943/can-a-little-dot-mkiv-drive-active-monitors#post_9013261

 
in another thread. It could be of some value here.