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  1. S

    Connecting LOMC to Preamp to Amp Phono?

    Hey gang - I've a question about a very specific connection; I've spent a good week scrolling through various sites and not found anything that addresses this specifically, including here . . . but I'm entirely confident that somebody here will know the answer. I'm upgrading my turntable system...
  2. R

    Newby Question - those wrapped wires - how to remove?

    I'm learning as I go with a 6160 receiver and want to test parts on the pre-amp board (I've got one weak channel and hissing). This board sits vertically and has long pins/leads off the board which go to the underside. The wires attached to each of these pins looks like it is just tightly...
  3. cscottrun4it

    Path from Phone to Headphone Amp

    Let's see if I clearly understand the path from my phone to a headphone amp with RCAs in: USB C - > 3.55 mm female dongle - > 3.5 mm male to RCA adapter - > headphone amp Really? How do you figure out the impedence on this mess? I know the impedence on the amp, but all those adapters? Am I...
  4. V

    How can I Determine Frequency Divider connections?

    I am seeking a way to determine which output terminals of speaker crossover networks feed which components. So, what I have is a set of 3-way frequency dividing crossovers, but I need to figure out which wires should attach to which driver components. There are no indications on the boards as to...
  5. J

    Help Connecting Powered Subwoofer to Pioneer SX-939

    I have a Canadian made "Innovative Speaker Design" (ISD) "Spirit" subwoofer that has `Line In" RCA and DIN High Level Input ports on the unit, and the Pioneer has many options for adding devices but I am unsure which way to go to ensure best quality sound. Hope that others who've done similar...
  6. D

    Connect my Rotel Amp - Equaliser- turn table -CD player

    What is the best way to connect my old Rotel RA-611 amp to a graphic equaliser to listen to a turntable (mainly) and CD player. The Rotel has the facility of using it as a pre-amp and main amp by removing a bridged pin between them. Not sure how to use that and IF that will be of any use for...
  7. R

    Help, Acquired speakers that have three post.

    Hi everyone, I could really use a hand here. I've acquired a couple of older speakers that have three post. They are labeled T, 1, and 2. I have no idea how to set them up properly and any directions would sure be appreciated.
  8. Bosphrous

    CD Player to EQ connection

    I am finally asking a question that I have had for years, but never really had a good reason to ask (still don't): Why is my CD player output unaffected by my equalizer? My cassette deck has full access to the functions of the equalizer, but my CD player ignores it. Is it a analog/digital...
  9. ChefE

    Advice needed regarding phono inputs and a mixer for home use

    Hi. This post is regarding home audio use only. Not professional. I have a few turntables (2x Technics SL-1200mk2, SL-5300, SL-J33) and a Pioneer DJM-300-S deejay mixer/ phono preamp. I connect the mixer to a vintage stereo receiver with phono inputs via RCA cables. Even tho the mixer is a...
  10. S

    Pioneer C-72 having trouble getting audio out

    So, I recently acquired a Pioneer C-72 pre-amp and a DBX BX3 power amp. I'm trying to hook up this new system and I've having an issue. For the pre-amp output I have the option of "Fixed" or "Variable" Outputs. I can only get the unit to output using the fixed ouput - which isn't what I want...
  11. P

    3.5mm Jack to RCA

    Hi all, I have recently purchased a Setton RS220 and a set of KEF Cresta 1 speakers, I will be connecting them using QED 79 speaker cable. I am new to the audiophile world and am clueless about setting up my system. There is some info on the RS220 available here...
  12. ChefE

    Household Static

    Hello AK. I have lived in my home over ten years. It's a single story townhouse in Southern California. This autum and winter I've experienced a more than average (average equals typical electrical static on a normal day) amount of static in my home. It's abnormal. I touch the cat-shock. I...
  13. R

    HDMI Buzz (Ground loop??) when connecting Laptop to Yamaha RX-V375

    Hey guys, so I've got an issue with buzzing from my speakers when I connect my laptop to my receiver via HDMI cable. My set-up is as follows... Outlet --- surge protector --- RX-V375 --- TV, PS4, 5.1 speaker set-up, HDMI cable for laptop The issue is, the buzzing only happens when I plug in my...
  14. Yamaha AVC-50 Connections Part 2

    Yamaha AVC-50 Connections Part 2

    Yamaha AVC-50 Integrated amplifier Surround Sound Processor
  15. Yamaha AVC-50 Connections Part 1

    Yamaha AVC-50 Connections Part 1

    Yamaha AVC-50 Integrated amplifier Surround Sound Processor
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