You have a remote volume control on your amp, correct? It sounds like you just need some attenuation. Many players these days do have a little more than 2.0 volts output, particularly the cheap ones. You might do some research on older machines to see if you can find one with a lower than average output. Or you can get an analogue attenuation device on the line outs, rather than the horrible digital volume control.
I think there are a couple of ways to solve this problem without "frosting your arse".
Regards,
I think there are a couple of ways to solve this problem without "frosting your arse".
Regards,