Quote Originally Posted by mjd709
Here's a thought about whine/noise...

I ground close to the amp. I got rid of whine/noise with a Ground Loop Isolator from Radio Shack. Plugs in between the RCA pre-amp outputs and the amp. $15. Noise gone.
...Good point. I've thought about it, but doesn't adding the in-line isolator reduce signal strength (voltage), etc.? I'm asking because I honestly have no idea - and want to make sure I maintain the sound quality, etc.

Thanks.

-biju.