Tape input on preamp - Can I use for other sources

kal is correct, again. If I can find the manual for the receiver, I will post the specs for that input.

Hey Guys,
Many thanks for all the help! I just purchased a used Thor TA-1000 preamp (line level) and it has only 4 inputs (one of which is labeled 'tape').

I was truly hoping that I could use the 'tape' input for another source component.

This is the first time I've personally used the forum for a question of my own and you guys have been a terrific help.

Best regards,
Dave

Naperaudio, I'll bet that the "tape" input is just a labeling configuration for ease of use of the source selector knob. You should be able to use ANY line level source [see my comments about the E.A.R. integrated]. Why not just contact Thor?

Kal & Swampwalker, I am familiar with the direct tape head input, but on professional studio equipment [Ampex units]. It's been a long time, but I think that they required a patch cord of some type, not simple RCA connections. I cannot image putting a tape head EQ input and circuitry into a home consumer product.

Swampwalker, looks like you're right! I did some additional research [tonight I'm feelin' funky...just listening to jazz and browsing the internet!] and found a reference to this unit having both a tape input AND a tape head input. There's one for sale on eBay, and after enlarging a crappy picture, I can see some sort of unusual connection, in the center of the back panel, that looks like it may be the tape head input.

There's actually an Agon member that has a SX-1000TW for sale. Maybe he could verify this. I don't feel like bugging him, though.