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  1. S

    Concept 5.5 - amplification works but nothing else

    This receiver was having troubles when I got it originally from my father. Sometimes the buttons had to be pushed just right to enable the speaker channel, but it mostly worked. Some years later, no sound is to be heard through the normal signal path. If I connect an input into the "Main"...
  2. I

    Clearaudio Concept Turntable vs Old School Dual - Opinion Requested

    Hey! Looking for some feedback / advice from folks that have experience with any of this gear. I'm considering an upgrade as the old Dual is getting a bit finicky and there's an opportunity in my area to get the Concept for a decent price. Context: I'm currently running a Pioneer SX-1080...
    • illson20
    • Thread
    • clearaudio clearaudio concept concept dual kef pioneer vinyl
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. B

    Receiver advice?

    Ok, I'm a noob. Just looking for some advice and help. My system is not great, so go easy on me :) I'd like to upgrade the receiver on my system and go vintage, but not sure the right way to go. Right now, I have my sights set on a Concept 6.5 or Marantz 2270. Others? It would replace an...
  4. B

    Hello! And a question...

    Hello AK community, Ben here. Total newbie. Nice to meet you all. I've been lurking in this forum for a bit, trying to get some guidance about what kind of vintage receiver might be the right upgrade. Can someone tell me the best place to ask this question? It's probably straight forward to...
  5. emedeles

    Concept 2QD TT dustcover replacement

    Hello everyone, my name is Erasmo and I'm from Brownsville TX. I have a concept 2qd tt without the dust cover. Any ideas for a replacement? Measurements of tt. L 17.5 W 14.75.
    • emedeles
    • Thread
    • 2qd concept dustcover pacific stereo
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. Crummwoody

    Concept Receiver Repair/Restoration

    I could use some help from AK members. I own a couple of Concept 11.0 receivers and need to know what service and restoration choices are out there. I am aware of a business that services Concept, but I was told they have a waiting list greater than four years! A lot can happen in that time...
    • Crummwoody
    • Thread
    • concept repair restoration service vintage
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Solid State
  7. Shockmaster

    Concept 4.5D worth the money? Should I buy it or pass?

    local guy aelling a concept 4.5D In “excellent like new” condition. Looks really clean in photos. Asking $105. Should I jump on it? Offer him less? Or pass? I’m currently using a Marantz 2265b. How will it match up? Thanks guys.
  8. J

    Concept 2.0 troubleshooting

    I picked up a concept 2.0 receiver for 20 bucks. Lights function and all looked good. However, both tape inputs, fm section and phono section only give very quiet audio that is very distorted. I even hooked up directly to the main in to see if it was a preamo issue Same results going...
    • jskogen
    • Thread
    • amp concept repair troubleshooting
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Solid State
  9. t j

    Concept 11.0

    Bought a nice looking one that had no fuse or cap. Was told that it works by someone that I somewhat trust. He said that he blew the fuse and had the cap, and I bought it and got a fuse and cap at Frys. When I plugged it in it lit up momentarily and then died without any sound. The fuse did not...
    • t j
    • Thread
    • concept concept 11.0
    • Replies: 36
    • Forum: Solid State
  10. erikd

    Custom wood case for a Concept receiver

    Hi AK gang, I have recently been digging into the wonderful world of vintage audio, and I have found myself with a handful of receivers. I've got a Concept 2.5, a Concept 4.5, and a Yamaha CR 820. I love them all in their own way :) But when it comes to looks, I am crazy about the Yammie...
    • erikd
    • Thread
    • cabinet cabinet design concept concept 2.5 concept 4.5 walnut cabinet wood wood case yamaha yamaha cr-820
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  11. erikd

    Concept 2.5 vs 4.5

    Hi AK, I'm new to the wonderful world of vintage audio, having recently picked up my first receiver. It's a Concept 2.5, paired with a set of EPI 100 and a set of ADC 303A speakers. I really like how it sounds. Still I'm curious what other setups would sound like. Someone nearby is selling...
    • erikd
    • Thread
    • adc concept concept 2.5 concept 4.5 epi epi 100 wood case
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Solid State
  12. Two Steps

    Concept 11.0 Receiver vs. Sansui AU-919 Integrated

    I have a mint Concept 11.0 in my closet that could use refurbishing internally. I have always lusted for an AU-919 and am at a crossroads. My options seem to be a) pay a good chunk of change to get the 11.0 up to sonic snuff or b) sell the 11.0 for good money and find an AU-919 or AU-717. Does...
    • Two Steps
    • Thread
    • concept concept 11.0 integrated pacific audio receiver sansui sansui au
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Solid State
  13. mattking52

    Question for anyone who has recapped/repaired a Concept 11.0 Receiver

    Hi all, I recently got my hands on a decently clean Concept 11.0 Receiver, and I'm looking to give it a little TLC on the internals. As has been published in this forum and elsewhere, the inside of the receiver chassis is pretty nicely organized, and all of the boards are connectorized and...
  14. blue72

    Secondhand Addiction

    The origins of my audio journey are posted in my introduction thread: http://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/the-story-aka-the-3-month-snowball.681195/ Here is my setup as it sits currently: This is a difficult room, but the only one I’ll allow myself to set this all up in. It is...
  15. ericleehall

    My 5th Concept Receiver, 4.5, 6.5, 11.0 now finally the legendary 16.5!

    I've been a vintage Marantz guy for a long time, but a couple years ago I got bitten by the Concept bug, so I've been looking for deals on them.. My 4.5 was the first one, and I was shocked at how good it sounded, unrestored for about $150. So then I decided to buy a 11.0 from a board member...
    • ericleehall
    • Thread
    • concept pacific stereo receiver richard schram vintage
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Solid State
  16. Giang Le

    Rotel RX 1603

    Hi everyone, I just want to ask if a asking price of $800 is fair for a Good Working Rotel RX 1603? I want to know how much it's worth, since I have never seen on on the bay in good working condition. I am debating as to buy this or the Concept 16.5. Their both ultra rare and legendary receivers.
  17. Designdweeb

    Clearaudio Emotion or Concept?

    Hi, anybody have advice about going for either a new Emotion SE or a great price on a used Emotion with a Satisfy tonearm, against a new Concept wood plinth with the same tonearm, same cartridge? Does the tech in the newer Concept table rule, as several think, or choice of cartridge quality...
  18. Blue collar receiver stack

    Blue collar receiver stack

    The front wall of my listening room with inexpensive components picked up at thrift stores and some off Ebay at bargain prices. Pioneer Sx-1250, Sx1010, Sx-939, Sherwood 7900A (last U.S. made receiver), Concept 12.0D, Pioneer CS-99A's, Martin Logan Sequel electrostat's, DCM Timeframe 600's...
    • JonTee
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    • concept pioneer sherwood
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: Member's Systems
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