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  1. teddyfreddy

    New to Audiokarma, looking for advice on repairing my Sansui 9090db

    Hi, I picked up a Sansui 9090db for really cheap. A lady bought a house with everything left in it, so she wanted to sell everything. So I ended up buying this beast.It powers up and the circuit protector light turns green. It does produce audio, but it is heavily distorted. So far all I've done...
  2. D

    Seeking speaker wisdom

    Hello all, I realize this topic has been discussed before but I haven't quite found the exact answer I've been looking for. For the safety of myself and my gear, I turn to the wisdom of the internet. My sound system consists of a Yamaha RX-V381 driving two Klipsch RF-62II towers and...
  3. Zack Sainz

    Vintage AVR And Vintage Speakers

    Hey Fam! I have a crazy late night idea for a small room. Currently I have a Sonos set up, I’m thinking about replacing the Sonos with some older tech such as a Denon AVR-2807 My idea, older AVR with pass through to go into my stereo amp, left and right channels that way I can listen to a...
  4. JohnKellysVo

    Advice on testing a classic receiver before purchase?

    Hey gang. I'm a noobie interested in upgrading my stereo rig. I just bought a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon turntable and want to hook it up to something nicer than my ratty JVC RX-2220 "digital receiver." I want to relive the days of my youth, when my father had a Pioneer receiver, with big volume and...
  5. B

    Technics SL-20: Worth restoring?

    Hi, all! My wife gifted me a couple of vinyl records for Christmas along with an entry-level turntable. The turntable sounded absolutely terrible (we got what we paid for) so we sent it straight back, but I did like the idea of getting into vinyl so I've been on the lookout for a better...
    • Brett H
    • Thread
    • advice advice needed cost restoration restoration project sl-20 technics turntable turntable advice
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. Gustercc

    Advice to choose first vintage SS

    New Member here. Long time lurker. First time poster. My name is Rich and I've decided to jump into the vintage game. I know this is a dangerous hobby that could lead to an unending need to find the "perfect" harmonic homeostasis. Currently, I have 2 Infinity Primus 360's, a pair Pioneer...
  7. 2x’s

    Looking to purchase my first McIntosh!

    So I just love the McIntosh sound, always have! I’ve been on a steady upgrade path for a good 10 years. I think I’m ready to take the plunge. I found an ma252 for $2900 brand newish, store demo. I really liked the way it sounded and at that price I think it would work. However I’m wondering if...
    • 2x’s
    • Thread
    • advice help integrated mcintosh seperates
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  8. RoyAbles

    need repair advice denon DRA 685

    I recently picked up a Denon DRA 685 at the local thrift store. The problem is the left channel is dead with a hum, it's not the typical AC hum but its there none the less. The right side has sound but it's nowhere near loud enough and has the same buzz at a lower volume. IS the unit's sound...
    • RoyAbles
    • Thread
    • advice repair channel diagnostics
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: DIY
  9. S

    Newb looking at a set of ADS L810s (need help)

    Hi Folks! I just joined up yesterday based on a recommendation from my dad. The audio bug has firmly planted its teeth in the obsessive part of my brain. So I’m hoping to use this place as a resource to avoid being fleeced by a dressed up vintage wood box with rusted cones and a side of rat...
  10. P

    Need Help Identifying Stylus Needle For Replacement

    Hello, quite new to this whole thing. I have an old Phillips turntable and a broken flip needle that needs replacing. On the one side it has an 'ST' and on the other a '78HC3'. The turntable is a Phillips AG-4656. Any help would be much appreciated!
  11. V

    Advice regarding sound quality of Elekit TU-8200 versus ST70 from Hifi4Tubes

    Hello, As the title states, I wish to know which amplifier sounds better and why. I realise the Elekit is 8WPC while the ST70 is 40 however, either will work. Thank you in advance,
  12. H e n r i

    a cheap receiver for my first setup

    Hi guys, music enthusiast & new here I'm looking for a first, nice sounding, low buck setup for my apartment. I think bookshelves speakers will be enough for the space. BEFORE EVERYTHING I know that it will not be a perfect setup, but I ain't got much cash and not everything is available nearby...
    • H e n r i
    • Thread
    • advice advice needed bookshelf speakers cheap cheap amplifier cheap speaker system denon harman kardon receiver receiver advice
    • Replies: 51
    • Forum: Solid State
  13. guy232

    Yam R-70 ('83) still sounds poor & imbalanced: voltages good after re-cap/reflows

    Service manual .pdf hosted: https://docdro.id/EbfVYvc I've been doing some work (details listed below) on my R-70 and learning quite a bit but it still sounds rather poor as it initially did, also the left channel is weaker. I've tested the device unloaded and all of the PS voltages are in...
    • guy232
    • Thread
    • 1980s advice imbalance r-100 r-70 r100 r70 repair solid state yamaha
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Yamaha
  14. Brunt

    Stumped by Rens

    I somewhat recently acquired a pair of Ren 90s for my father who was fairly jealous after I showed him my Sigmas, though some time after handing them over to him he let me know that he thought they were quite underwhelming. I think that his room isn't very speaker friendly (lots of hard surfaces...
    • Brunt
    • Thread
    • advice infinity irs sigma positioning ren ren 90 renaissance 90 sigma
    • Replies: 41
    • Forum: Infinity Loudspeakers
  15. T

    Need advice, Thorens guys and gals

    Hi folks, I'm not educated as I'd like to be about the ins and outs of particular tables, so I am looking for some advice here. I currently run a slightly modified Thorens TD316 with an Ortofon OM20. I have a chance to acquire a Thorens TD147 with an Audio Technica AT30E for $500. 1st question...
  16. mr_soju

    Two Turntables, Mixer, Receiver - Set Up Check

    I'm wanting to confirm what I've researched and have currently as my setup. Everything that I've read suggests this is the proper way to have this kind of setup without blowing anything up or put too much load on the components. But, I still want to check and this thread can be good for...
    • mr_soju
    • Thread
    • advice audio technica bedroom dj mixer numark recieiver technics two turntables
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. Ryan11

    Bang & Olufsen A9

    Hi. I have a chance to grab a B&O A9 speaker for $1,400. Its a returned item, so that's why it was marked down so much. Is the sound worth it? I love the design but don't necessarily want that to be the only reason to buy it. I plan to play both wireless and connect it to my turntable. Thoughts?
    • Ryan11
    • Thread
    • advice bang & olefsun speakers
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  18. NedvonBundle

    Help me choose? Marantz 2215b, 2238, 4100 - all excellent cond.

    Hey there, tune-hounds! I have an opportunity to purchase one (or all!) of these bad boys: Marantz 2215b - $200 Marantz 2238 - $300 Marantz 4100 quad - $225 All of them work great, are cleaned and lubed by a pro with new lights. I already own a Marantz 2230 (which I love), but am wondering if...
  19. V

    Advice on several amplifiers

    Hello, I am looking to buy a used amp, I found several postings around my area: Technics SU V6 SONY TA-N55ES I am looking to use this amp to power a pair of bookshelf speaker, and maybe, a more sophisticated set-up (in the future). I can pick up either the Technics SU V6 or SONY TA-N55ES...
  20. N

    Turntable advice

    Hey everyone. I've been spending countless hours looking around on here trying to figure out what in the world I should get but I'm having some issues. There seem to be so many ways to go with turntables. I'm relatively inexperienced. I have only owned one record player in the past, a Marantz...
  21. Walnut_z

    A/D/S L710 problem

    I have a set of early A/D/S L710s. Cloth grills, square corners, no fuses on backs, screw terminals. They have foam surrounds and look to have been refoamed pretty recently. One speaker sounds amazing just as it should. The other seems to be lacking bass. The woofers are both putting out sound...
    • Walnut_z
    • Thread
    • ads l710 advice crossover problem vintage speaker
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Speakers
  22. K

    Rega Planar 3 (older model) Questions - Issues to look for? etc - help asap

    Hi AK - I have a chance to get an older Rega Planar 3 that looks to be in good cosmetic condition and no obvious functional issues. But, I am hoping you AK experts would weigh in on the following; - What, if any, are common issues with these tables that I should check before purchasing? -...
    • kws87
    • Thread
    • advice asap help planar 3 pro-ject rega rp3 turntable
    • Replies: 40
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. J

    Music with good imaging/soundstage? Testing my speakers

    Hello, I'm new here, So I'm having speakers placed in my car tomorrow at a shop, and I'm wondering if anybody has any suggestions about songs (mixed in stereo of course) that can test how precise they are compared to my factory speakers? From my collection, the best one that springs to mind (in...
  24. pup.biz

    Klipsch K8K replacements?

    Hi! First post here. I just picked up a beautiful pair of Klipsch KG4s, brought them home... and what would you know my receiver is broken. I was fiddling with it to try and figure out what was wrong, heard a loud pop, and when a friend of mine brought his Yamaha receiver over to test my...
    • pup.biz
    • Thread
    • advice diy drivers k-8-k k8k klipsch replacement speaker woofers
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: The Klipsch Korner
  25. dastinger

    Turntable Up to €200?

    Hey guys, My dad gave me his Marantz SR-73 receiver and his pair of B&W DM305 and that made me get into vinyl records again after a long long time. I own a Reloop RP4000 MK2 since 2003 (2004 maybe) and it's too beaten up to perform well and I don't think if it's a good turntable anyway tbh. So...
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