I'm having a hard time finding an answer to this on the web, so here goes: What exactly is the preout voltage rating that I am reading on the specs sheet of various receivers?
For example, I'm considering either getting the Yamaha RX-V757 (which, from what I can tell, is one of the cheapest receivers that has preouts, at around $500) or the RX-V1600 at about twice the cost. The preout rating for the RX-757 is listed at 2V/1.2kilo-Ohm; the RX-V1600 at 1V/500-Ohms. The REC OUT for both is at 200mV/1.2kilo-Ohm. Another example, when looking at the Outlaw 1070, it's listed at just 1V, no impedance.
What does this mean? The ratio seems kinda the same to me. 2:1200 vs. 1:500. I realize that this spec isn't what causes the price differential, it's just the one that I'm curious about.
I'm planning on running either M60's or M22ti's on either of these receivers, eventually adding a stereo amp if I feel the need. Basically a slowly growing home theater with emphasis on music for now.
Thanks much
