Phono Preamp as Line-Out Amp for Speaker

[Serious Machining]

Will a phono preamp work for boosting the line-out signal from a
computer sound card to that of 'speaker level' for running a set of
small non-amplified stereo speakers ? The speakers do sound reasonably
well at the line-out level, their volume is just somewhat low, even at
the maximum 'on-screen' setting.

 

[jasen]

Will a phono preamp work for boosting the line-out signal from a
computer sound card to that of 'speaker level' for running a set of
small non-amplified stereo speakers ?

No. preamps will only boost to line level, and mangle the
signal somewhat for RIAA equalisation.

The speakers do sound reasonably well at the line-out level,
their volume is just somewhat low, even at the maximum 'on-screen'
setting.

you'll need an amplifier, unless you have one sitting in the shed,
amplified speakers are probably your cheapest option.

 

[Serious Machining]

Jasen -
Thank you for your your prompt and informative answer to my inquiry.
I was hoping you'd respond. I'll rethink my plan as per your reply.
- Dennis Anderson