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  1. J

    Realistic SA 2000

    So I'm pretty new to vinyl collecting. I just got my first setup: a Sansui FR-D3 table with a Kenwood KA-5700 however, a problem arose with the Kenwood and it seems to keep cutting out in one channel... In any case I have a 90 day warranty on it and instead of fixing it, the guys at the store...
  2. J

    Need help hooking up receiver/speakers/amp

    This is my first post on AK. I have pieced together stereo stuff over the last five years. I have a 40'x100' welding shop in the bottom of my barn. Concrete floor and granite wall. Now the stereo equipment I have is: -Onkyo TX-NR626 receiver -2 BIC Acoustech HT-75 tower speakers -2 BOSE Series...
  3. DanBNash

    MX113/MX114 Advice Needed

    I am considering the purchase of a restored McIntosh MX113 or MX114 preamp/tuner. There seem to be a lot of them out there (especially the MX113) in nice condition at reasonable prices. I would like some advice. Does anyone know if this would be a good fit with my other equipment. I am using a...
    • DanBNash
    • Thread
    • advice needed carver mcintosh mx113 mx114 preamp
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  4. lakegville

    MX-117 Preamp 12 hr decision

    Hi to all. There is a MX-117 for sale locally that i have to make a decision on by tomorrow. It is a one owner with box, papers, and the walnut case. I already have a MC 2200, 2120, and 2300 which i have at the shop but have never listened to. I really am a little clueless when it comes to...
  5. tunz

    Yamaha C-80

    Have any of you had the Yamaha c-80? Is it any good? I like a lot of the old Yamaha stuff, but have never come across this one.
  6. S

    Do you really need a preamp?

    Forget for a minute all the obvious reasons for having a preamp (boosting signal strength, noise reduction, switching, etc.): is a preamp must-have sonic component for 2-channel listening? If so, why? I recently auditioned a vintage solid state Japanese Class A/AB dual mono solid state amp...
    • scoran
    • Thread
    • 1970's direct input japan passive pioneer preamp subsonic
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Solid State
  7. I

    Preamp and Power amp matching (Arcam, Creek ...)

    Hi all, (sorry for the long post, your help is truly appreciated) A short intro for context: I've been reading this forum (and others) for awhile, trying to decide on components for a stereo system for a small office setup. Auditioning in shops was difficult for me because of lack of time...
  8. Magikthise

    Ever Seen One Of These?

    From that auction site.
  9. Black.Audio.Co

    Sansui AU 11000 as Preamp

    Dear Friends and Forum Members, First of all thanks on the advise for my Sansui BA/ CA 3000 set. It sounds wonderful and I really like the way it handles the Mid range and soundstage. When the BA 3000 was being recapped, I used the CA 3000 to send the signal to my Denon PMA S10iii (100watt x...
  10. M

    Do I need a Tube Pre-Amp

    Hi Everyone- I could uses some expert advice. In my LP listening room, I am running my Thorens TD-160 Super through a vintage Sansui AU-999 Integrated Amp and old AR14 speakers. I have been wanting to experiment with Tube audio. If I get a tube pre-amp to put in my system, will add any audio...
  11. D

    Preamp Issues - Need a Little Help

    So I recently acquired a set of Thiel CS3.5 speakers and had them brought back up to factory performance by Theil. I am using one of the new Crown DriveCore series amps to drive them with and it sounds fantastic. Up until just a few hours ago, I was using a Denon PRA-1000 preamp with an Onkyo...
  12. ACHiPo

    PSE HL-1 Hybrid Line Stage Information Needed

    My "new" preamp died, so I resuscitated my old PSE HL-1 line stage. I didn't have subwoofers when I used it several years ago, and I'd like to use its secondary single-ended outputs to drive my stereo subs, but I only get signal out of the RCA outs when the balanced outs are disconnected. I...
    • ACHiPo
    • Thread
    • 6922 6dj8 7dj8 ecc88 linestage preamp pse tube
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  13. davstev

    Kenwood 700C and the Accuphase C200 preamps

    Hi AK'ers, I own a 700M power amp and I love it. But I hate tweaking the super sensitive volume knobs individually on each channel every time I want to adjust volume. I need a preamp! I'd love to acquire a 700C pre since it is the logical mate to the 700M, but they are hard to find and quite...
  14. B

    ANOTHER C26 Recapping Post!

    Hey guys! I'm relatively new to this forum. I'm trying to rehab an old C26 Pre-amp. My father, who loved Jazz bought this system in the late 70's. Its my inheritance from him, that and a good sense of humor, and a love of old Jazz. I've taken the unit apart, and cleaned all the pots and...
  15. bayawiki

    Preamp for Turntable

    Hi. I have a Pioneer amplifier SA-606 with one turntable input. I got two turntables and I would like to have both in functioning. I have a modest financial possibilities and I need advice. Is there any difference of Tube preamp from others? I saw on ebay quite cheap preamps.
  16. Organgrinder

    Audionics of Oregon BT-2 Preamp restoration

    Hey all! Thought I'd share my little project for the time being, cause I know some of you love seeing the guts of these old workhorses. Been working on this old Audionics of Oregon BT-2 preamp the last couple days. For the last few months, its been doing daily duty as my phono preamp for my...
  17. M

    Russound Ap 48 amplifier and Russound AP-4z

    I came across two ap-4z's and an ap 48 which i can't find much info on..if anyone knows about these or wants to buy them let me know...apparently they were pretty costly new. They are vintage at this point, still in great condition, they came out of a billionaires home in Rhode Island. Thanks
  18. mhinsda

    SAE P 102 ST REV-STEREO-MONO question

    Have a SAE p102 preamp. when I toggle the st/rev function speakers cut out. for example when I press the st/rev - the right speakers cut out. when I deselect this ( I am assuming it is in stereo mode at this point) the left speakers cut out. when I press the mono side function all 4 of my...
    • mhinsda
    • Thread
    • preamp sae solid state switches
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Solid State
  19. OsoAlfa

    Preamp after phono stage?

    Is there value in placing a preamp between the phono-preamp and my integrated amplifier? I’d like to boost the final volume level without increasing the gain on my phono stage. I use my Integra Surround Sound amplifier in “Stereo” mode which sends signal to my two main 4ohm speakers AND my...
  20. jFF_Bulbo

    Dynaco PAT 4 restoration

    Hello. Recently i bought a Dynaco PAT-4 preamplifier. It needs a lot of love. It was complete, frontal panel in mint condition, but teh cover and the back will need a lot of love. I decided to restore it. I am not technician in this arts (i just learned to solder....). A few time ago a good...
    • jFF_Bulbo
    • Thread
    • dynaco preamp restoration solid state vintage
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Solid State
  21. goldswimmerb

    Looking for a new Pre-Amp under $100

    I can go a small amount over if necessary. I'm looking for a new phono preamp. My current setup is: SMSL SA60 JBL loft 40 Pyle p400 preamp U-Turn orbit with Ortofon 2m red I'm pretty sure one of my limiting factors in my setub, besides possibly the speakers is the preamp. I recently upgraded...
  22. Ref

    NAD 2200 worth repairing?

    Hello all. I recently purchased some used audio gear. Included was an NAD 2200 power amp and 1240 pre. One of the interconnect inputs on the 2200 appears to have something broken or loose inside. The pin of the interconnect won't insert. I can see a piece of metal blocking the input when I...
    • Ref
    • Thread
    • 2200 nad preamp repair
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Solid State
  23. dfun470

    ADCOM GTP-450 shutting down and/or Recom. for new Preamp

    Hi all, My 4 yo (used) Preamp is having problems. It is shutting down by itself, sometimes 'fluttering' while shutting off. I won't be able to open it until after a short vacation; but intend to look at the main power relay, and see if it can be replaced. If you know of this problem, I'd...
  24. Harlon

    Conceptual Magnavox Console Preamp Control Question?

    For my Maggie Console Rebuild I'm refurbing a 9304-20 powered console with a twist. I just completed rebuilding the power supply. The next phase of the build is the Amp and Preamp. I'm considering moving the preamp 6EU7 to the Amp chassis. I'm wondering about this creating proximity issues for...
    • Harlon
    • Thread
    • 9304-20 controls magnavox preamp
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  25. davstev

    Kenwood 700M + what preamp?

    With the help and generosity from some savvy AK'ers, I recently overhauled a 700M. I've considered acquiring the preamp mate to the 700M- the 700C. It's pricey and rare, and definitely looks great beside the 700M. But I ask myself what the 700C would bring to the table that other fine preamps...
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