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I am planning out my car computer, and would like to do it without using a headunit, just to keep things as simple as possible.
I have done a lot of searching, but haven't found the specific answer I'm looking for. (probably because I don't know the specific terms to use in this case)
To connect a computer to an amp, what do I need to do to bring the inputs to a preamp level?
I found several posts mentioning a DSP, but that's it. I want to use a small case, without a full size sound card. What are my options?

scott_fx

your soundcard outputs at preamp level all you need is a cable that plugs into your soundcard (3.5mm mini usually) and then the other end will plug into your amp (rca usually)

it's in the faq btw :-)

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JimmyFitz

You can use on board sound output from the mobo. This FAQ shows how to hook it up:
http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/advf...iew&advfaqid=7

Here is a tiny USB sound device:
http://store.mp3car.com/Turtle_Beach..._p/com-019.htm

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Thanks, thats exactly what I was looking for.