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  1. R

    Aerial Acoustics 10t help

    I recent received a set of 10t that have seen some better days. The top of one has been destroyed and I am only in possession of the Tweeter. If anyone knows where or how I might be able to get my hands on another top half I would be greatly appreciated.
    • Revpasta
    • Thread
    • aerial acoustics help parts needed
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Speakers
  2. Gibixx

    Marantz NR1607 stuck in "update retry"

    Hello everyone, I have subscribed to this forum because many people posted problems similar to mine, finding solutions. I have bought today a marantz nr1607 surround amplifier/ receiver from a flea market. The price was suspicious, but for a mere 15€ price, i decided to risk it. The unit turns...
    • Gibixx
    • Thread
    • digital faulty firmware help marantz nr1607 stuck surround
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Solid State
  3. goldswimmerb

    CR-620 Woes

    Hello AK friends. One of my buddies recently picked up a CR-620 which turns on normally, however, we get no relay click and no sound. We swapped the bulbs too since we figured why not. Following merrylanders advice, we tried swapping the 2SD234 transistor out for a 2SD476 (if I recall...
  4. R

    Need some guidance on a disgusting situation!

    Last summer I picked up a free Yamaha RXV-371 on Craigslist that wouldn't power up. The guy gave me the receiver, 5 speakers (entry level Yamahas that suit my needs just fine), and the Yamaha powered sub. There were 2 bulging caps on the output board. Replaced them, followed steps in the service...
    • Reedp
    • Thread
    • help mouse repair sunwoofer yamaha
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: DIY
  5. 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
  6. D

    Another Yamaha C4 needs help (and so do i!)

    Hello, I've read through alot of "C4" content on this board and there is huge competence in this board to be found on that topic - so I figured it would be a good idea to ask for assistance for my C4. I believe its the north-european version (I'm located in Germany). I've got a C4 laying...
  7. The Parrot

    Sony STR-6045 - Cleaning / Trouble Removing Tuner Knob

    Recently I picked up a Sony STR-6045 receiver and it's pretty dirty. This is my first time trying to clean up a receiver and I was hoping to get a little advice. I'll update these questions with answers as I go along in case it helps someone down the road. I have a couple of questions: 1...
    • The Parrot
    • Thread
    • diy diy project help sony sony str 6045 tuner dial
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: DIY
  8. Dion Fan

    U Turn Orbit Plus or Fluane rt81?

    Alright. So at first I wanted the audio technica lp120. But after looking at many reviews i threw it out the window (not litteraly). So finally im stuck between two great entry level tables. The U Turn Orbit Plus and the Fluance RT81. Anyone know which one to go with? Or maybe even better tables...
  9. Siraudio85

    Need Help with Monster Technics SA-1010 (stuck in protect mode)

    Hello, I'm new to the site and happy to be here. I recently acquired this monster receiver that powers up but stays in protect mode. When powered up no relays click. I understand this unit has a computer drive that controls the amp board and its very sophisticated. I need some help finding the...
  10. jFF_Bulbo

    Marantz 5220 help

    Hello. Recently i got a nice Marantz 5220 deck in working order, but when i was cleaning it, I broke the "master level" control. So, i beg your help to find a replacement. Thank you in advance. Regards from México.
    • jFF_Bulbo
    • Thread
    • cassette deck help marantz tape
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  11. J

    Speaker and Amp Pairing

    I have the following components: Pioneer SX-3700 Continuous Power Output: 45 Watts per channel, min. Impedance: 8 Ohms What range of speaker specifications would I need to get some good sound flowing? I'm new to this speaker-to-amp match up. I just get more and more confused the more...
    • JulianIV
    • Thread
    • amp help impedance ohms pioneer question speaker speaker and amp pairing sx-3700 watts
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Members' Systems
  12. Dion Fan

    HELP: what stylus is this?

    I believe this cartridge is a stanton 500 gold (Let me know if im wrong). The turntable is a refurbished dual 1209. It plays great and I love it. But.. I want to get the best sound so I I balanced the tone arm, aligned the cart but I wanted to adjust the stylus force (Tracking force). So does...
    • Dion Fan
    • Thread
    • audio help stereo turntable turntable adjustment
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  13. Dion Fan

    Help: What stylus is this?

    I believe this cartridge is a stanton 500 gold (Let me know if im wrong). The turntable is a refurbished dual 1209. It plays great and I love it. But.. I want to get the best sound so I I balanced the tone arm, aligned the cart but I wanted to adjust the stylus force (Tracking force). So does...
  14. galactech

    Speaker Screech/Hiss?

    So i picked up some vintage B&O speakers off of the Facebook marketplace from the 60s. Im in love with their colorful sound and the sonic clarity they give me. Ever since i got them ive been using them over my KLH-17's (mostly for harmonic testing but also because i love them), and ive noticed a...
  15. T

    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.
  16. Dazku

    Mcintosh MC 2205 meter problem- help

    Hello all, I’m new here as I’ve only recently started collecteing some vintage McIntosh components. I own an MR 78 tuner and just picked up a C32 preamp and MC 2205 amp (they were going to throw them away!). All seem to function well and cleaned up nicely. The only problem is the right side...
  17. Raphaz

    Nakamichi LX-3 – Delayed start, looking for help

    Acquired an LX-3 a couple months ago, for $80.00 at a local thrift. Pretty happy with it! Did not miss the third head so far. Sounds fantastic! The only problem: it has a 10-20 sec. delay before it starts playing. That's true when hitting the play button as well as when starting a...
    • Raphaz
    • Thread
    • cassette deck dealy help lx-3 nakamichi nakamichi lx-3 play button record repair tape deck
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  18. wildfire4070

    Pioneer CT-W501R isn’t working

    hello I recently purchased a pioneer CT-W501R cassette deck from goodwill for $8. I bought it then plugged it in to test it out. To no surprise, I could here the motor moving but no movement from the reels indicating bad belts. I’ve since replaced the belts but this is where I ran into...
  19. Tubeglowpio

    Voice of music 1448

    Just bought one of these online after reading a few good reviews, I'll post some pics when I restore it. I really need to locate a schematic so if anyone has one please link or pm me. If anyone has any info or insight on this amp let me know, they seem kind of rare.
    • Tubeglowpio
    • Thread
    • 1448 help schematic stereo tube amp voice of music
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  20. R

    Cambridge soundworks tower III

    First post. Long time lurker and first time I've decided to cave and get an account here. So I just picked up a pair of Cambridge tower III's. A guy was just trying to get rid of them, so I scored then for free (win!!!). I've been able to find a lil on cnet about them, but I'm looking to find...
    • Revpasta
    • Thread
    • cambridge help speakers tower iii
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Speakers
  21. X

    JVC KD-A5 Repair Help

    I recently got a JVC KD-A5 from my cousins that's been sitting in their garage since the late 80's. Most everything works on it, the belts are good and all the lights work, with the exception of the record LED. I don't think it's bad, I think the record function has gone out. It has soft touch...
    • Xavier Ihrig
    • Thread
    • help jvc kd-a5 record repair
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tape
  22. Tubeglowpio

    Rh84 built, first impressions

    So I got around to finishing the rh84 build, it was built as the circuit describes besides some power supply tweaks and plate voltage ended up around 276 volts. Cathode current ended up being around 34 ma so only dissipating about a little over 9 watts. I also added a 100k pot on the input and...
  23. Tubeglowpio

    How bad is this power supply ringing?

    So I'm wiring up this amp this weekend, finally had the time. I've never used a clcl filter before and know very little about ringing in a power supply, basically just know I want as little as possible. I ran an emulation in psud2 and believe I set it up right and these are some of the results...
    • Tubeglowpio
    • Thread
    • help power supply psud2 stereo tube tube amp
    • Replies: 104
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  24. Brunt

    Newbie and IRS Sigmas Don't Mix Well

    Hi everyone, longtime lurker first time poster here. Let me start off by saying that I'm pretty much a newbie at hi-fi in general. I've been reading around for a while but have very little real world experience with this stuff. Recently I found a deal I couldn't pass up for a pair of Infinity...
  25. T

    Sanyo M9998 motor speed adjustment, how ?

    Hy guys, I got hold of a Sanyo M9998 LU recently, from my country's ebay knock-off site. It is the European version with long wave and fine tuning extra knob, made in Japan (some of them were made in Spain also). I cannot figure out for the life of me the motor speed adjustment. It is running...
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