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    Heathkit AR-29 Help: Low Volume on Right Speaker Channels

    Hello, I have a Heathkit AR-29 and very little knowledge of what I'm doing. I am seeking help to diagnose why my right speaker channels (outputs 1 & 2) are outputting at a much lower volume than my left speaker. I am not experienced in restoring or repairing vintage audio equipment but I have...
    • ImBatman
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    • ar-29 diagnosing speaker issues heathkit help me please repair
    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: Solid State
  2. C

    A-656 mk2 help wanted

    Hi I have a old Pioneer a-656 mark ii integrated amplifier. The input selector board is broken and beyond repair (long story). I want to use it as single input "power amp", and remove/disable the phono amp, tone amp and input board. My goal is going Schiit Lyr2 pre-amp ->rca ->direct to...
  3. Virus

    Tweeter with saturated screechy sound

    Hello, I am posting a new topic because of what I found out so far. I'm new to the forum and am also new to repairing audio DIY style, so let me cut to the chase. I've acquired a pair of ATL Celebration speakers (quite unknown but sound terrific), and they seem to be suffering a problem. ATL...
    • Virus
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    • audax diy help help me please speaker speakers tweeter tweeter issue
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: DIY
  4. S

    Help: Magnavox 1960’s Turntable Arm

    F1AD33AA-3E45-475E-A688-E16B591584D3 by Solotrapp18 posted Oct 2, 2022 at 8:30 PM30D24ADA-6A8D-4ADA-AC6B-6374B3010DD5 by Solotrapp18 posted Oct 2, 2022 at 8:30 PM I recently moved and noticed something was wrong with the arm of my record player. Could someone tell me the piece missing or what...
    • Solotrapp18
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    • 1960 arm help me please magnavox record cabinet turn table
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. now.spinnin

    AR Turntable - A beginning

    :music::music::music: I'm a bit over my head, and when that happens, the AK is the place to turn! It's rare that good quality vintage audio equipment turns up around my neck of the woods, so when a vintage AR TA Turntable fell into my lap I was thrilled. :banana:My knowledge is limited, but I...
    • now.spinnin
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    • acoustic research ar ta turntable ar the turntable ar tuntable help me please system advice
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Members' Systems
  6. F

    C26 Buzzing Issue

    Hi, I'm very new to audio stuff so please keep that in mind in your responses. I have a C26 Preamp that buzzes (combination of a hiss and a hum) fairly loudly in both channels, and can be heard during music playback (especially with headphones). It happens on all inputs, even those that are...
    • Finnston
    • Thread
    • buzzing help me please hiss hum mcintosh mcintosh c-26 preamp
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  7. C

    Any help is appreciated in my audio question.

    Good day everyone. I'm having an audio issue and I'm hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. My work is trying to create a live streaming setup I'm able to handle the video part and the streaming but for the audio, they want to use the already installed audio system in the...
  8. Garret86

    Vintage receiver grime cake!!

    Let’s start this off by saying I’m very new to HI-FI and vintage audio being a younger guy. So I have had a vintage ROTEL receiver come into my possession that is filthy. I’m talking like the inside is filled with an inch of dirt and dust and the circuit boards are coated in what appears to be a...
    • Garret86
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    • cleaning advice cleaning circuit board cleaning controls help me please vintage audio vintage receiver
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: DIY
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    My Braun 400S turntable is missing a part...

    ...and I'm hoping someone can send me some images of the missing piece. Background: My sister- and brother-in-law kindly gave me their non-operational Braun 400S turntable for Christmas (they included their walnut kangaroo speakers, too, for real it's a kingly gift). They're fastidious people...
    • Wrecka Stow
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    • braun braun 400s dieter rams help me please
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. Vinyl infant

    Help! I’m picking out my first speakers!

    Hey Guys! My names Dave and I’m brand new to the world of high end audio. And especially to the world of vintage gear (hence my username) Ok so I recently decided after building quite a record collection and listening to it on a $50 turntable with a built in speaker that it was time to step...
    • Vinyl infant
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    • help in southern california help me please speaker selection
    • Replies: 56
    • Forum: Speakers
  11. Vinyl infant

    Help! I’m building my first vintage system!

    Hey Guys! My names Dave and I’m brand new to the world of high end audio. And especially to the world of vintage gear (hence my username) I wanna start off by saying that if I’m posting in the wrong forum please let me know. Ok so I recently decided after building quite a record collection...
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    Fischer AD 870 4 Pin Remote Cable

    Hi I have purchased a Fisher AD 870 CD player and a Fisher CA 861 Amplifier. There is suppose to be a 4 pin cable the runs from the CD player to the Amplifier which enables the Remote Control feature. The wire is missing and I don’t even know what that 4pin cable is called so I am unable to...
    • Nolan Olson
    • Thread
    • 4 pin ad 870 ca 861 cables cd player fisher help me please remote control stereo amplifier wiring
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Fisher
  13. AudioNut4u

    Help Please!

    Hi, I brought a Cassia Hub To Connect my 4 Sets Of Speakers Thonet & Vander Laut BT But can only Connect 3 Sets via Bluetooth via my iPhone6 Can you please advise what I need to connect the 4th Speakers I have Contacted Manufactures Of Speakers But they can not help! Thank You Gary J
    • AudioNut4u
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    • bluetooth help me please speakers
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Speakers
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    Technics SL-1900 worth it?

    I found an eBay list for a Technics SL-1900 with an Ortofon OM cartridge (which is said to be in good condition) for $250 and $75 in shipping. I negotiated it down to $175 so there’s no shipping. The table itself is in alright condition but the dust cover has a lot of scratches which I heard can...
    • FloydHofmann
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    • advice needed first post first record player help me please noob ortofon om10 stylus sl-1900 technics worth it
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: New Gear - Values
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    Fisher 230-XA Need help. Switch is stuck in the off position.

    I have recently acquired a turntable and the switch is stuck in the off position and I am unable to turn it to on or auto. Let me know what I can do to fix this, because I want it to be a present for my girlfriend.
    • Duskleaf
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    • broken help help me please help needed turn table
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. Buck k.

    New to group, pioneer hpm-100& pioneer sx-838 repair replace rebuild. Need guidance.

    I'm new, so please have understanding and patience with my crash course in ak forums. As a kid growing up, both of my parents were life long military. So I was always bouncing base to base. One of my fondest memories was the stereo my dad was always adding to and enjoyed his love of music and...
    • Buck k.
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    • help me please hpm 100 ns-30t pioneeer s-1010. sx-838 sx-1980
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
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    JVC r-S7 any info/opinions on quality/comparables

    I've just started shopping for my first proper vintage receiver, and after doing a lot of research (this site and the community is incredible), I've learned the most important rules: 1-Listen before you buy, 2-Trust your ears. With that being said, I don't, unfortunately, have the time to...
  18. LouisFromDK

    Tandberg TL 2510 help

    Hi AudioKarma, I have a set of Tandberg TL 2510 speakers, and also the reciever/radio. My question can I somehow use them with an AUX to connect my phone or PC? I have tried to use them with my 2006-2010 something amp, and some audio cables that fit that amp, but the audio seems to come out...
    • LouisFromDK
    • Thread
    • amp aux broken help help me please inverted sound reciever speaker tandberg tl 2510
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
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    Fried Cambridge Soundworks, help!

    Here's what I did. I plugged my Cambridge stereo clock with a two prong plug into a power strip. Things were fine. I used the Cambridge and all was well. Then I plugged in a three prong amp cord into the spot next to it. Problem is, I had turned the three prong plug around 180 degrees and...
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    Reciever Recommendations for Sunsai SP-2500 Speakers

    My mom and I are looking for receivers for my father’s Sunsai SP-2500 speakers, and we have no idea which would be best.
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    Wiring advice needed!! ASAP

    Im looking for advice or guidance on how to wire my setup. I have a pair of KEF ls50's that are rated 8ohms (but may see as low as 3.2ohms). I also have a lf500 8" subwoofer. I will be combining all this with a Yamaha receiver (RX A780). The room is about 12'x14'. If someone could give me...
    • Hoogerson
    • Thread
    • help me please new amp new speakers wiring
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Speakers
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    This again: Help a beginner!

    This question has probably been asked quite a couple of times, but I need help with my first real set up. I've been listening to music for as long as I can remember and have had a couple of cheap computer speakers for quite some time and as they stopped working I figured it was time for an...
  23. elliot g.

    NO SIGNAL from Kenwood KR - 4010

    Hello, I am new to vintage gear and I just got a Kenwood KR 4010. When I hooked it up I heard faint noise coming from the tuner, but when I switched to phono I have no signal. When I switch back to the tuner, I have a signal, but nothing from the speakers. I know my speakers and turntable...
  24. Andrew Heck

    Do I Have A Phono Preamp / Power Amp Mismatch?

    The set-up is this: A series of unfortunate events this afternoon left me without a phono stage which is an unacceptable condition. As far as I can tell, there is no recourse in this town when one finds themselves in my position that does not involve waiting on shipping except Guitar Center and...
    • Andrew Heck
    • Thread
    • amp repair compatability help me please phono phono pre amp phono pre-amp phono preamp
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Turntables
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    Yamaha CR2020

    TL;DR CR2020 putting out no soumd through the roght side. Hey guys I wanted to see some opinions about what I should do about a problem. About a week ago I bought a cr2020 and it worked great up until a day or 2 ago. I was listening to a couple records and I heard a about 2 or 3 "pops", which I...
    • Jacob Carter
    • Thread
    • cr2020 help help me please no sound receiver yamaha
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Yamaha
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