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  1. Landcruiser

    Marantz 2230 ~ What did I fry?

    Hello, All! This is my first post here on AK, so be gentle.. I recently picked up a minty fresh, *all original* Marantz 2230 from my local Craigslist of all places. I got her home and cranked her up..sounded great aside from a scratchy volume pot. So I figure I'll open it up, clean out the...
  2. Homer4beer

    The first designer HiFi? - The Akai AA 7000S Tuner Amp from 1966

    I thought this may be of interest for you guys as I've not really seen or heard much about this tuner amp, however, going by the little info I have, it could be considered one of the first designer pieces of HiFi as well as one of the first Solid State amps. I picked this unit up from Ebay. It...
    • Homer4beer
    • Thread
    • 1960's 7000 akai amp designer rare ss tuner vintage
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Solid State
  3. Homer4beer

    Post your favourite MODERN amps - LETS SEE THEM

    It seems there are lots of vintage threads but not a whole lot of modern ones so I thought this would be a good place to share your personal or favourite amps from 2010 and on. Here is my new amp which is a real beauty! By far the best amp I've ever owned with quality craftsmanship and a warm...
  4. jozeppy26

    SX-3900 vs SX-1980

    Everyone is familiar with the Pioneer SX-1980 beastly stereo receiver. I get what’s special about it to a very limited extend: the insane 270 wpc, the 3 speaker channels, the heft and size, and the beauty of all analog. However, why doesn’t it’s successor, the SX-3900 get nearly as much love (I...
    • jozeppy26
    • Thread
    • 1980 3900 amp damping factor pioneer stereo receiver sx-1980 sx-3900 thd wpc
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
  5. B

    Amp recommendations (new or old) for HPM 100

    Got a good deal on a pair (the 200 watt version, (marketing!) ) but having trouble finding an amp to pair with. With my set up (everything is on a pre amp), I'm looking for a compact power amp and don't care if it's new or old. No more than $300. Would do an integrated amp or receiver if it's...
  6. Paul_Olli

    Amp and dac for Pioneer SP-BS22-LR

    Hello, it is gonna be my first proper audio setup and I need some advide. Long story short, I've already researched quite a lot and have some ideas. SPEAKERS: Pioneer Sp-BS22-LR(these are settled for sure) DAC: SMSL M6 (wanted Audioengine d1, but I need to unplug headphones to use speakers)...
  7. C

    Marantz 8B help needed!

    I purchased a Craigslist Marantz 8B recently and am in love with it so far but I recently moved and ever since I can’t get it to bias properly - even with the pots maxed out it is still maybe 25% of the way short of the mark. Those of you that are experts out here can maybe help me. I took a pic...
  8. AnalogueDude

    Quad 405 into switched plug on Apt Holman OK?

    I’ve searched this and other forums, there seems to be mixed opinions on this. However, I believe the Quad 405 was always meant to be plugged into a switched outlet on a pre-amp (it has no power switch), and my Apt Holman is rated to a maximum of a Kilowatt soooo... shouldn’t be a danger in...
    • AnalogueDude
    • Thread
    • amp apt holman preamp quad quad 405 switched power
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Solid State
  9. E

    Kenwood KA-74

    Just picked one up about a week and a half ago, enjoying the brighter sound from it (and it looks really cool!), have any of you had any experience with this guy?
  10. S

    Best setup for Marantz 2325 and Technics SL-1200MK2

    I currently have a 2325 receiver I’ve been using with my Technics 1200 turntable, Marantz 5010B tape duck, and a Marantz CD-67SE CD player. Speakers being used are a pair of Celestion Ditton 100 and a pair of Celestion D10s. The receiver and turntable have been professionally restored but...
  11. H

    1976 Heresys amp choice

    What amp(s) would be great choices to get the most out of my new (to me) Heresys ? I am considering both SS and tubes in a low-budget (under 1000 for amp) setup.. I am looking at used (obviously) amps. If I can fit it into the budget, I will consider a good 3 channel amp. I am currently...
  12. mkelly99

    Turn the Humble Pi into an Audiophile Quality Tube DAC/Amp

    Pi 2 Design has announced a follow up to the innovative 503HTA tube hat. The 502HTA (ok, not the most exciting name) is a full size shield that offers the same single tube grounded triode with Class-A Fet buffer. But they have reworked the design for much lower noise while the new layout makes...
    • mkelly99
    • Thread
    • amp computer dac dac/amp raspberry pi tube
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY
  13. R

    Sansui Receivers - Which one should I get?

    Sansui 611 Sansui 711 Sansui 2000A Sansui 350A I've been thinking about buying one of these vintage receivers, but I really don't know what would be best in terms of sound. I don't need something with too much power, but something quality for a living room. What would be the best choice out of...
  14. Anaxes

    Speakers and Receiver for $600?

    College student who finally got his own apartment! Don't have the most to spend but don't mind used! Looking for something with phono output for a future turntable! Its a small apartment (1 bed room in the city) any recommendations would be great!
  15. R

    Price suggestions for a KA-501

    Hi, Im fairly new to vintage audio. I picked up a working KA-501 amplifier from the dump last year and spent the beginning of this summer fixing it. I got all the controls working and replaced the meter lamps with LEDs. I cleaned the entire inside, replaced the speaker terminals with 5-way posts...
  16. bentvinyl

    NAD T773 Opinions?

    Firstly, I hope it's okay to post this on this board. I'm looking at a NAD T773 on craigslist. Seller says it needs to be recapped but is selling for $100. Is this a decent price and what do you guys know about this amp/receiver? Thanks
  17. T

    Kenwood KA 6006 Amplifier weak channel???

    Bought on Ebay awhile back, finally hooked it up, I think its the right side is weak... Is there a most likely scenerio???
    • texman38
    • Thread
    • amp amplifier channel receiver weak
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Solid State
  18. Bluzefan

    Marantz 2230 replacement

    Good morning all, I currently own and enjoy my Marantz 2230 receiver and use it for mainly vinyl played through my Polk SDA CRS+ speakers on my Technics SL-1700 turntable with ortofon red cartridge/stylus, I enjoy predominantly classic rock and some jazz. My questions to all is this... Am I at...
  19. A

    Marantz 1122DC Help With Replacing Relay

    Hello everyone. I purchased a replacement relay for my 1122DC integrated amp. I opened up the unit to desolder the old relay, but then I saw that the relay was glued to one of the larger caps. How can I remove this? It is pretty solidly glued on there and I don't want to pry on it. Any...
  20. lattiboy

    Leslie (Tung Sol) 5660 matched tubes

    Hi all, Was messing about with a Leslie 145 cabinet speaker the other day and I noticed the tubes in the amp were in ridiculously nice condition. Apparently organ amps are very easy on tubes, and it looks like this amp had very little use. Now, I know NOTHING about tubes except for my...
  21. J

    Kenwood KA-9100 left channel issue in stereo?

    Hi folks! I haven't seen this issue in other threads and hope someone might have a helpful idea here. Sorry if I am duplicating - please link me to the other post(s). My Kenwood KA-9100 amp recently developed an issue that it cuts sound to the left speaker in stereo. The sound is either super...
  22. M

    Please help me with vintage lenco L65TT/HEA

    Hello, I'm new in the whole vinyl thing and bought myself a lenco L65 with HEA9000 amp at a local garage sale for 40 euro's. Everything was working fine for a few weeks but now I have a problem with the right channel. The right channel is super silent and it's on all the inputs (phono, FM...
  23. OP Music

    Fixing a power amp module in a Marantz 2325

    Hi guys, I'm pretty sure I smoked one of my power amp modules in my 2325 a while back and am looking to replace the faulty one with a new one. I'm not exactly sure where I can find the correct module and correct procedure for replacing the part. I just sent an email to info@irebuildmarantz.com...
  24. Owen Johnson

    Connecting 5 Speakers To PC

    Hey guys, I don't know much about audio. But I need some help..... A year ago my father gave me a sound system (Panasonic SA-AK77) It has 5 speakers with 2 having a sort of built in sub type thing. The panel on the back where I but in the bare cables and clamp them *down never worked great but...
  25. HiFiAaron

    Carver TFM-45 Problem

    I was recently offered a Carver TFM-45 for under $100. The right side meter bounces all the time. I do not know what it does while its hooked up to a speaker. When you turn it up and down it changes the speed of the bouncing. I am curious if anyone might know what the problem may be and how hard...
    • HiFiAaron
    • Thread
    • 45 amp carver issues meter power amp power amp repair problem tfm tfm-45
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Solid State
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