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  1. M

    H/K Citation 17S Preamp-Repair or move on

    Hi, all, First time posting. I have a H/K Citation 17S that has a problem with the phono board, which results in the left output significantly lowers than the right side. I know it's the phono board because line level inputs are fine and I have done other troubleshooting/diagnostics. I don't...
  2. Bill York

    HK690i - no phono - everything else OK

    I've had this 690i for 30 years - bought it new in 1986. Yesterday I pulled it from the dusty basement, tried it out, and found that it powers up but did not work on all inputs. So I took off the covers and ran it through the dishwasher - no soap... Now all the buttons work and the tone and...
  3. alezandrus

    speakers for HK

    hello everyone, new to this world , new to this website. I've a HK five twenty and a dual 1019, I was wondering if someone can suggest which speakers to get(maybe from the same era) to get the best possible sound for what I have, without spending crazy $$. thank you
    • alezandrus
    • Thread
    • 1960's dual dual 1019 harman kardon speaker vintabe turntables vintage
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Speakers
  4. MrCreosote

    Harman Kardon AVR 430 No Output & Other Weirdnesses

    Unit has been used daily w/o problems. Unit not used for 2 weeks but left powered on (see "5 years ago" in Symptoms - didn't want to disturb it.) Unit then malfunctioned as follows: Symptoms: No speaker output Tuning dial blue light is out When remote is set to AVR, must press AVR again to...
  5. dlucy

    Harman Kardon HK 330B recap, restore and upgrade BOM part list (kinda)

    Thanks very much to the kind folks here on AK for helping me work through a recap/rest-o-mod on a pretty little HK 330B. I've finished the unit, tested it for weeks now, and I'm happy enough to publish the BOM that worked. Note: the thread you're reading now, its BOM and photos only cover one...
    • dlucy
    • Thread
    • bom harman kardon hk hk 330 hk 330b hk330 parts list recap refurbish restore
    • Replies: 176
    • Forum: Solid State
  6. G

    Need advice, I'm a newbie. HK SC4 Strataphonic Music System

  7. J

    Harman Kardon HK330i sound cuts out after some time

    Hello, I am trying to fix my HK330i as its very sentimental. The symptoms are that after some time of operating normally all sound stops however all the lights are still on. I have found the service manual however its been a while for me to look at electronic gear so any help would be...
  8. cwh

    My Friday broken audio haul; small but spendy

    This was one of those audio picking days when I question why I'm paying someone for stuff other people had previously thrown out. Most buying trips give a good value add, it's just when the take costs 3x the norm for 1/3 the stuff. Meh, anyways I knew what I was getting into today. Well, sort...
  9. S

    Marantz imperial 6 Vs. Bose 601 Series 1

    Hey there, this is my first foray into better speakers (I'm sure there are much better speakers out there). I'm lost as to whether I should throw some money down for the Imperial 6 or the 601. Please bear in mind, I'm currently able to get the Imperials for 125 CAD, whereas the 601 would cost me...
  10. I

    Please help me stop breaking my nice things

    xpost audio repair tldr: Multiple receivers have been fritzing but only while plugged into one outlet. Brought one home from the store that worked great there and it blew a fuse as soon as I pushed the volume above 1/4. Outlet w/ cheap surge protector is powering turntable, receiver, and has...
  11. M

    Noisey channel HK430

    Hi all, I am looking for a little advice on a problem I am having with a recent HK430 purchase. The unit was in good condition and when I opened it up the insides also looked in good condition with the correct fuses etc. All bulbs were also all working. After cleaning the pots with some DeOxit...
  12. dlucy

    Recap and restore Harman Kardon HK 330B (recap BOM under development)

    Note: don't use the below recap list yet as it is under development, not finalized. I have two HK 330B stereo receivers, the "Roland" model, that I'm planning to recap and restore. Here are the components I'm planning to replace along with the parts from Mouser. Your comments and corrections...
    • dlucy
    • Thread
    • 330b harman kardon harman kardon 330b hk recap
    • Replies: 41
    • Forum: Solid State
  13. PastTechFan

    Harman/Kardon HK730 Problems -Help!

    Well, my Dad's HK730 crapped out in mid-song last week. I think I've narrowed it to the preamp section (no signal out to another amp), but the amp section (when fed from another pre) only seems to have one channel. (I've forgotten which, but could check if that helps.) I checked all the...
  14. Calvink100

    Harman kardon Avr75-static in left channel

    Hello! I picked up a nice Harman/kardon avr 75 and some klipsch speakers off craigslist and I noticed the left front channel has some background static. Nothing violent or offensive just annoying. When music is on it is not noticeable, but it is there. It does not increase or decrease with the...
    • Calvink100
    • Thread
    • harman kardon static
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: DIY
  15. H

    Citation II Project Painted Chassis Cleaning

    I am working on a Deuce, and I have removed all components on the chassis for a full rebuild. This chassis needs cleaning after the decades of use. I am looking for a cleaner that will not harm the paint or silk screen on this original amp. Do you know of any good cleaners for this purpose...
    • Hi-FiGuy
    • Thread
    • chassis citation ii cleaner harman kardon lettering paint restoration silk screen
    • Replies: 38
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  16. lakegville

    Anyone care to take a shot at on my behalf?

    1...Spec 4....powers up no sound 2...SA 8800.....working 3...Sansui TU-9900..powers up no sound 4...2 better carver amps signed by Bob...working 5...Unidentified Yamaha Professional Amp..with meters...unknown 6..;Sansui AU 2000....powers up one channel out 7...Unidentified newer Harmon Kardon...
  17. J

    Harman Kardon 330B speaker output issues

    Hello Everyone, tons of good info on this forum so I figured one of you audio wizards could help me out. I am having an issue with my HK 330B and love the sound so I want to resuscitate it if at all possible. Recently the left channel speaker became very scratchy and popping. This can be...
  18. R

    Questions about Harman Kardon T60C

    Hello, I was wondering if you'd be able to give me some advice on a HK T60C I see listed on my local Craigslist. I've seen the turntable and listened to it and it sounds fine from what I can hear. However, here are some problems that it has; 1. The tonearm takes quite a long time to lower with...
  19. G

    Harman Kardon PA5800 Idle Current Issue

    I have a Harman Kardon PA5800 that I purchased 2nd hand, it had a shorted output in Channel 2 which I replaced and now the amp fires up and all 5 channels pass a clean signal, so I go to do the idle current adjustment which from the manual states 25mv. Only 2 of my channels will adjust to 25mv...
  20. S

    Speakers for HK/A300

    Im looking into getting an harman kardon a300 for a low power system to use off the grid. I want to try out tubes for a first time. I currently have a citation 16 and 17 system that is pretty hefty with a pair of snell JII speakers. my questions are 1. what speakers would sound good on a a300...
  21. J

    Harman Kardon HK930 simple and easy fuse question.

    I was going to replace the fuses in my HK930, there are a total of 3 and they are all rated at 3amp 250v. Are they all fast blow fuses? I read on a 330c post that the speaker fuses are always fast blow, I was just unsure in the AC line. I have a few bucks to blow and wanted to hear for myself...
  22. redpackman

    Harman Kardon 330b Receiver - blowing main fuse Help!

    OK, I just picked up a very nice looking HK 330b receiver. Nice looking cosmetically, so there's some good hope here. BUT as soon as I turn it on the main fuse instantly blows (not the speaker fuses, but the main single 2.5A power fuse. I'm a shade-tree. For those of you who know this...
    • redpackman
    • Thread
    • harman kardon harman kardon 330c
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: DIY
  23. S

    2nd turntable ideas thoughts... vintage

    I currently have a Technics SL-Q200 with a Grado presitge red cartridge. I play through a harman kardon citation 16 & 17 and Snell J/ii speakers. Im looking into a Dual turntable possibly a 701. Any ideas im most interested in 60's or 70's gear.
    • streetwise
    • Thread
    • dual grado harman kardon technics turntable
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Turntables
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