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  1. Preston8452

    How to properly stream TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer, et cetera?

    Hi guys, So I've been meaning to ask if there's an optimal way to stream these streaming service, if you know what I mean..., like some players which directly support TIDAL or Qobuz or Amazon Music and stuff, but what if I stream TIDAL through Roon, would the sound quality get better? and why...
  2. kcline

    CC-AWA Winter Outdoor Meet Mebane NC NEW DATE Now 2-5-2022 8:00AM until ?

    At Mebane Antique Auction Gallery on US-70 East of downtown Mebane NC. Show is outdoors we can go inside for coffee and snacks and to use restrooms. Audio does and will show up, these are early AM shows, they are done around 11:00AM. Snow date in the next weekend.
  3. Timothy Flath

    DIY Restorations for Fair Use Cassette Audio Tapes

    Here are a number of Cassette Audio Tape repair, repalcement and restoration videos I have posted over the past couple of years hoping that some may be helpful to folks in the forums here. Thought I would start a thread to have them all linked in one location. Will start with my first one posted...
    • Timothy Flath
    • Thread
    • audio cassette repair replacement restoration tape
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Tape
  4. S

    A and b speakers not working together

    Hi so I have a Sony gx99es and when I plug a speaker into the a channel and turn it on it works but if I put the speaker into the b channel it also works. But if I plug a speaker into a or b respectively and put the a+b switch on it doesn’t work. Do I need to have speakers both a and b for that...
  5. DoctorJon

    Two Turntables - Using a RCA Switch?

    Hello, I am looking to hook up two turntables to one receiver and the only viable method i've researched is using a RCA splitter box and running it to my receiver. Does anyone have any experience using these boxes and if they work well (without a humming noise). I am also interested on how I am...
  6. W

    What speaker cables should I buy?

    Hello, I've heard that buying more expensive speaker cables can greatly enhance the sound of the speakers. I currently have older speaker cables, and am about to purchase some new speakers that don't come with speaker cables. Is there a specific type or brand that are recommended? I can't...
  7. kcline

    Radio Audio Ham Radio Meet 6-5-2021 at Mebane Antique Auction Gallery Parking Lot.

    Time 8:00am till when ever. All outside only, will have use of indoor bathrooms, I will bring 3 or 4 cases of water and some snacks, This is FREE for all to buy sell or trade. The CC-AWA radio club of which I am on the board are the sponsors of this show. MAAG is on Hiway 70 east of Mebane NC in...
  8. J

    Audio-Technica AT-LP2X will not start on record lead in

    I bought this table over my LP120 for I'm disabled and loved the fact it had a real weight on it I could adjust to the type of needle I may use on it, and really love the fact unlike my other table it is fully automatic. My problem is I bought it 99% of the time for the automatic feature, so it...
    • J e
    • Thread
    • at-lp2x audio lead in technica
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. John Killian

    Pioneer (2) HPM-100 & (2) HPM-40 Repair Recommendations

    Just got my hands on these today and I'm really excited. I definitely paid more than I wanted but considerably less than they're worth,from what I have researched. I'm a total rook in the world of vintage gear in mostly all aspects..full disclosure lol My father's always had 70s era gear so I...
    • John Killian
    • Thread
    • audio help hpm hpm-40 hpm100 parts pioneer recomendations repair speaker
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: DIY
  10. John Killian

    Pioneer QX 949 Quad Reciever NO AUDIO

    Calling all veteran audiophiles Looking for any and all repair advice you may be interested in passing off. I just purchased this Pioneer 949 from a local seller under the notion that the unit powered on, but audio was out and no longer working. For $50 I felt like I couldn't afford NOT to...
    • John Killian
    • Thread
    • audio help hpm-40 hpm100's pioneer qx 949 repair stereo trouble shooting vintage 70's pioneer virginia
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: DIY
  11. Kelso1

    ATP-12T questions and setup

    Hello everyone. Long time reader, first time poster here. I'm needing information on setting up a newly acquired turntable. I have a Technics SP-15 with the ATP-12T tonearm. The tonearm is missing the headshell and I do not understand if a certain headshell needs to be used or what the...
    • Kelso1
    • Thread
    • atp atp-12t audio headshell sp-15 sp15 technica technics tone arm tonearm
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. B

    Sony STR 6046A - Left Channel low. HELP!!

    Hi every one. Hoping I can get some help here. I have a Sony STR 6046A ... which i I love ... but the left channel is virtually silent. I've seen some other posts on similar issues, but it appears that playing with the Bass pot seems to effect the issue. I have not used a contact cleaner yet...
    • Ben§
    • Thread
    • 6064a audio help left channel sony str
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY
  13. R

    Tungsram

    See one of these Tungsram TS 150 for sale but have never heard of them beforeTungsram, its from the 70s. Anybody shed some light please.
  14. J

    Cambridge audio receiver opinions needed

    A) what brand of speakers pair well in general with cambridge audio. B) your opinion of cambridge audio. I picked up a receiver for free and never owned one before.
  15. D

    What speakers should I pair with a Realistic STA-90 receiver?

    I've inherited my dad's old Realistic STA-90 receiver, but have no speakers for it at the moment. In general, what should I look for in a pair of new speakers that would pair well with this particular receiver. I mainly listen to vinyl on a Technics SL-B2 TT. The receiver has an output of 45W...
    • djt64r
    • Thread
    • audio realistic speakers sta-90
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Solid State
  16. HoltHill

    SOLD - Quad ESL 988 Electrostatic Speakers, Serviced by Sheldon Stokes, Available for Demo, $2,200

    SOLD! I am very excited to be offering a very unique speaker for sale at the HHA showroom. I have a pair of Quad 988 electrostatic speakers available. These speakers have been fully restored by Sheldon Stokes at SDS Audio Labs in Grantham, NH. Sheldon is the de facto ESL expert in the US and...
  17. H

    Cerwin Vega D9E

    Are there any Cerwin Vega fans on here or anyone with any Vega knowledge? I came across a pair of CV D9E, I know they made a D9 which is very popular but I have never ran across the D9E until now, any information would be much appreciated! Thanks
    • hazyt87
    • Thread
    • audio cerwin vega cv loud speaker loudspeaker speakers vega
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Speakers
  18. T

    Mixing Audio Eras

    I have a early to mid seventies pioneer pl-15 II turntable is it okay to hook it up to a preamp from the early nineties? Thanks.
  19. Boston Tom

    Some help with speaker label or decal

    Looking for any info or possibly put me in the right direction for remaking some foil backed labels for a pair of ADS speakers. Will post pics. Thanks BT
    • Boston Tom
    • Thread
    • ads audio help label refurbish speaker
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: DIY
  20. callensky1

    Buzzy Audio - All Volumes

    I picked up a Sansui QR-1500 a few days ago. All is in working order but I hear a distortion and maybe even a little clipping in the audio (all input sources). It's just not a completely clear sound. Tried different speakers, same thing. Cleaned/Deox'd all pots. Still there. For those of you...
  21. kcline

    Invitation only Yard, Tag sale and or Make best offer Tubes and more

    This past Saturday would of been the Raleigh Ham Fest show. The club was trying to help the widow of a member get rid of all the "stuff". All meets of course were cancelled and the Widow was having cash problems, so they had this invitation only Yard Sale. There was a total of 6 people there of...
  22. kcline

    Book: Tube Lore 2 by Ludwell Sibley

    Not a Audio tube book but covers in one volume almost all based gridded tubes made in the USA and Canada, Has complete chapters on WE and Eimac and lots of info. from the RCA tube headquarters in NJ. Great Book also comes with CD-ROM, I have not looked at that so far. 288 pages
    • kcline
    • Thread
    • audio tube western electric
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  23. G

    Is it OK to use a broken audio adapter with exposed metal?

    Hi: I recently purchased a 3.5mm stereo jack to 1/4" stereo plug adapter online (cheap quality). Unfortunately, it arrived damaged to the point that the protective plastic had all broken off. Long story short, I was able to get my money back and was also allowed to keep the damaged item. I am...
    • Gruber93
    • Thread
    • adapter audio audio adapter audio equipment headphone adapter headphone jack headphones music studio
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Headphones
  24. P

    (ACADEMIC SURVEY) Music streamers, consumption and observable patterns per generation (all welcome)

    Hello to all, Do you want to know more about generational consumer patterns in regards to music streaming services? The please help me by completing this survey for my Bachelor Thesis. This will only take 5 minutes, but my gratitude towards you is eternal! All data collected will strictly be...
  25. jw2k_fr

    Home automation and 2ch audio - what it's like to work in the industry - a subjective view

    Hello all. I'm an infrequent member here, and have recently created a couple of listings for gear I need to sell. In talking with another member (hello @PPstereo), I mentioned that I had looked to move sideways / expand into the 2 channel market from my historical bread and butter of IT and...
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