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There is always the possibility of a 'step-up amp' which is inserted in-between the TT and the preamp. It does what its name implies: steps up the signal a bit more for the preamp. The result is output that isn't "minimal". The step-ups originally were manufactured only in Japan - perfectly fine used ones can be purchased on eBay, but now are available elsewhere. There are also a few options that combine these functions (step-up and pre amp) as well. A reasonably priced one