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receivers

  1. Raphaz

    The Ohm matching game

    I’d like to learn a bit more about the Ohm matching of amps/receivers and speakers. Is it always better to match recommended Ohms for amplifier and speakers? I understand that an 8 Ohm amp or receiver has to work harder to drive 6 Ohm speakers than 8 Ohm speakers — I guess that also means...
  2. BilboBaggins

    Wall of Sound

    I've been wanting to do this for a little while. Over the years, I have had many listening sessions, mostly in my living room/dining room but sometimes in my family room. I've always taken pictures, but most of them were on a different computer, and today, I consolidated some of them This is a...
  3. A

    Nikko QSR-4040 & Harman Kardon SR-300b documentation search

    Hello, I've currently got two receivers on my bench, one a late 60s Harman Kardon SR-300b, the other a Nikko QSR-4040 quadraphonic receiver. I an coming up dry on schematics for both. The H/K is faulty with bad hum and no tuner output. I've tried some troubleshooting but it's essentially...
  4. S

    Help choosing a receiver or integrated for my needs(Sansui or Pioneer)

    Hello, I am hoping someone can lead me in the right direction in choosing an amp or receiver I can love, use and cherish for life. I am searching for a piece I can use in a medium sized basement that has a lush and dynamic sound. I would likely be pairing it with a pair of Wharfedale Linton's or...
    • SSTPIERRE
    • Thread
    • 70's integrated amplifiers integrated amps pioneer receiver receivers sansui tube-like solid-state
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Solid State
  5. tangocircus

    DEPTH as in Width x Height x Depth

    Recently started my foray into old audio stuff, and have fallen absolutely in love with an SX-780. Due to WAF (entertainment unit that was purchased prior to said foray) and a very narrow listening space that also doubles as a hallway (couch on one side, tv on the other, bikes and stuff getting...
  6. Anonky

    Pioneer QX-949 — no bass in one channel on FM and phono inputs

    Hi all, have an otherwise well functioning pioneer QX-949 and am just now getting around to setting it up with a turntable and I’ve stumbled into a problem. The AUX input works perfectly; however when playing AM/FM radio or through either phono input with the turntable, there is no bass coming...
  7. K

    Integrating Sansui 881 and Marantz 2230 Into One System?

    How's it going AK? I'm a noob to vintage audio systems and am in the midst of building my first system. I've searched the forums and Google and haven't really come across any answers to quandary. My first piece of equipment was a one owner Marantz 2230 in great condition. I had it inspected...
    • Kcusick81
    • Thread
    • bi-amp infinity marantz receivers sansui
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Solid State
  8. T

    Setup advice

    Hey all, Sorry for the general title. Just in need of some advice - feel free to be as brutally honest as you can haha Had a Luxman LV-102 integrated amplifier. Gave it back to the guy who sold it to me a couple years ago, as i could never get it to work right. Left his shop with an NAD 7155...
    • Tdaut
    • Thread
    • advice needed c-10 luxman lv-102 nad nad 7155 receivers spotify streamers turntables upgrades
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  9. C

    Realistic STA-820: Seeking Opinions and Troubleshooting Ideas

    I recently bought a Realistic STA-820 receiver for what I thought was a fair price, and I want to hear people’s thoughts on this model and ask a couple technical questions. First off: does anyone have any opinions about the STA-820? It doesn’t seem to be one of the Realistics that get talked...
  10. S

    Pioneer or Teac Receivers - help and opinion

    Hello my dears friends, Recent I have an opportunity to buy one of these three receivers but unfortunately I never so one live and don't know which one to buy. Pioneer sx-737 - 250eur Pioneer sx-838 - 370eur Teac AG6500 - 400eur Can anybody give an option of which one it worth, I also don't...
  11. S

    Quadral Platina mk3 - help please

    Hello my friends, I'm new in this world and with some doubts. Anyone know the speakers Quadral Platin mk3 100w(din) 180w(power), are they good? Is to plug to a Sansui 2000x or Sanyo dcx6000k or Pioneer Sx-650, I have a doubt in which of these receiver to buy, can you help please? Kind regards
    • Saisse
    • Thread
    • pioneer quadral receivers sansui sanyo speakers
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Speakers
  12. J

    Looking for help on choosing gear/knowing when to upgrade

    Alright, After reading a ton of posts on here I finally decided to create my own and hopefully get some feedback. This is the gear I am currently using which I think sounds pretty good but trying to figure out how it could be better: Marantz 2220b polk audio monitor 7b's pioneer pl-7...
    • jesse71
    • Thread
    • marantz 2220b pioneer pl7 polk audio monitor 7b receivers speakers vintage speakers
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  13. M

    Looking to upgrade but a problem with inputs

    I'd like to upgrade from my Marantz SR-18EX Surround Sound Receiver to something more current. However, I have 2 Sony mass storage CD carousels which hold over 600 CD's combined. The problem is, they connect to my receiver via digital optical cables. From what I've read it seems high end units...
  14. P

    Hello Everyone

    I'm Reid in York County, Pennsylvania. I'm 59 and have been an electronics hobbyist since my teens. I have some project receivers to start working on and I thought this might be a good place to tap into some knowledge.
  15. ccawker

    Sansui AU717 or Kenwood Model Eleven lll

    Have a chance to pick up either of these forr the same price(400.00) both in great cosmetic shape.Listened to both on different systems and both sounded great.I have Hereseys and KG4s that i will be running these through.Also have an ADC 1700 with Ortofon Blue setup.Which would "YOU" prefer and...
  16. Sam08861

    Luxman R-115 vs R-117 and R117 recap project.

    I've had a 115 for some time that was recapped with Elna Silmic IIs and just acquired a fully working but unrestored R117 last week. Comparing the 2, the 117 sounds clearer and more authoritative, while the recapped 115 is smoother, but not as low/mid forward. Also, on vocals the 117 is...
  17. G

    Opinions wanted... 2220 vs 4230

    same old story, Im new and need some help! Ive got a lot of nice records but recently moved out to attend college and now need to build my own setup. so far I have a Denon dp300F + orto Blue cartridge. My budget is't huge, but im looking to spend between 250-350 for a receiver that sounds...
  18. JoeMae416

    Nikko Audio

    Anyone have any vintage Nikko Audio?
  19. D

    Output coupling capacitors receivers and amplifiers from Germany

    Hello. I searched the net but I can't find any information about this subject. I know about Japanese products but how about products from Germany? Have the old Saba, Grundig, Telefunken, Wega , Dual, Basf, Nordmende, Uher, ITT, Braun, Revox, or other vintage manufactures output coupling...
  20. Dubestar

    Marantz 2270 and the loudness button

    I have a Marantz 2270, 2230, and 2220b and I enjoy listening to music with the bass mid and treble up quite a bit (2PM) and the loudness pressed in. From everything I read and what people say I feel guilty doing this and feel like I'm going to "Fry" something in the receivers. Is this true? Does...
    • Dubestar
    • Thread
    • listening settings loudness button marantz marantz 2220b marantz 2230 marantz 2270 receivers treble vintage volume
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Marantz Audio
  21. S

    Help knowing if Sansui Receiver & Speakers will work well with pioneer pl-12d

    Hey guys, I am looking to pick up a receiver and speakers to go with the Pioneer PL-12D turntable. Would anyone know if the Sansui AU 2900 Receiver and Sansui S 45c speakers would work well? I have found a package deal for these on Kijiji for $250. Thanks
    • snyds07
    • Thread
    • amps pioneer pioneer pl-12d receiver receivers sansui speakers tt turn table turntable
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
  22. bbdrumming

    Lots of Receivers, Cassette Decks, etc...

    Hello, I have acquired a lot of vintage stereo receivers, tape decks, speakers etc.. Some are working but most are not. Most of them have issues like not powering up, blowing fuses, weak channel, no output, etc... I was wondering if there was a forum or place on the web where you can sell...
  23. Raphaz

    Two receivers connected – one used as power amp?

    I currently have a Nikko NR-1219 receiver hooked up to a pair of KEF Q500's and a KEF PSW 2150 subwoofer (the latter run through Pre-out/Main in). I listen to vinyl, CD's and streaming/mp3, in a large loft space with heigh ceiling. I own another receiver, the Yamaha R-2000 which has a lot more...
    • Raphaz
    • Thread
    • bridged combination recommendation hook up kef psw 2150 kef q500 nikko nr1219 receiver advice receivers setup yamaha r-2000
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  24. dyche01

    Passing the torch to the younger generation

    A thread for stories of old farts passing on their audio karma (see what I did there?) to the younger generation. A few weeks ago I picked up a pair of beat-up KLH Model 32's. I fixed up and refinished the cabinets; re-doped the surrounds and gave them a listen. They were good, but not good...
  25. snugthej1

    Pioneer SA-600 vs Kenwood KR-5400

    All, This is my first post and I'm hoping it doesn't belong in the 'Dollars and Sense' section. I'm looking to buy a receiver and have narrowed it down to the Pioneer SA-600 and the Kenwood KR-5400. I feel like the Pioneer has slightly less power, though I'm still not too knowledgeable about...
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