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  1. S

    Technics PG440 - light blue gunk inside

    I am not the best with electronics so pardon my inexperience. I recently obtained a Technics CD player which was used in the music room of a retirement home for a couple years. It powers up, the laser moves, but it does not detect any discs, no spinning. Inside the dock, there's this blue gunk...
  2. H

    Speaker crossover capacitor advice - Technics SB C-250

    Have just acquired a pair of Technics SB C-250 vintage speakers. Generally they’re positively reviewed and I’d like to get them performing at their optimum. Questions: -What is the key quality one should seek in capacitors being used in a loudspeaker crossover (low leakage? or something...
    • Hifibythekg
    • Thread
    • capacitor crossover crossover capacitors loudspeaker sb-c250 speaker technics
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. S

    $365 for a great condition Technics SA-5370?

    Hey AK, Been looking to upgrade from pre-amp to amp for my technics sl-1500 and came across this listing on Facebook marketplace for $365… “Technics SA-5370 made in 1977 it’s in beautiful condition, new lights, controls thoroughly cleaned, chassis has been sealed and is in beautiful...
  4. Wembely

    Technics experts: my SL-1700 serial number format vs service manual format

    I am rehabbing an SL-1700 I picked at Goodwill for $15.00. My best GW score ever. I got the service bulletin on how to replace the queuing fluid in the SL-1700. However, there’s different methods based on the serial number. My serial: My serial # I cannot make heads or tails out of my...
    • Wembely
    • Thread
    • cueing oil sl-1700 technics
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. O

    Connecting Equalizer to Technics SA-340

    Hi Everyone. First time posting here. In advance, I appreciate everyone taking the time to help. I have a Technics SA-340, with a turntable hooked up to it (+2 bookshelf speakers). I also use the AUX to plug in my iphone to listen to digital music. I'm looking to add an equalizer so I can...
  6. R

    Technics SA-202 receiver power problems

    I've had this receiver for a while-was my dads, dragged it out of the closet and it ran like a champ the past what, 2 years? All it needed was a good pot cleaning and a major dust off. Just now-coincidentally after I plugged a new 8 track deck I just got into it-it's started making a horrible...
  7. brendanauth

    Technics SP-25 Issues

    I picked up a Technics SP-25 the other day that the seller described as “doesn’t come to a stop quickly”, but it turns out when I got it that when in stop the player just oscillates forwards and backwards less than a quarter turn. Once started it works fine in both 33 and 45. It looks like the...
  8. PaleAleKing

    Technics SA-5760 recap

    Good morning, After searching the forums, I did not see a recap / upgrade BOM or other list posted. Yes, I can refer to the SM and get out the calipers and spec them myself, but my problem is time. There are the kits on that auction place, but goodness, they are seriously marked up! If a...
  9. Lou Weed

    Speaker pops on power up

    Howdy! I have a technics sa-5360 been using it for about 5 years with no issues. Recently it started to make a “pop” when I power it on. It’s not super loud but I can hear I and I can see the speakers push out. I realized I can skip the speaker pop if I have the speakers switched off when I...
    • Lou Weed
    • Thread
    • dc offset bias sa-5360 speaker pop technics
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Solid State
  10. Lou Weed

    How to get into DIY stereo and turntable repair.

    Long time visitor to the site but first time poster. Can you folks please recommend some good places to learn some basics of electronics? Other than cleaning pots and turntable maintenance I’m at a loss for any repairs or adjustments. I need some book or video recommendations that can teach me...
    • Lou Weed
    • Thread
    • advice needed diy recaps reciever recievers repairs sa5360 technics turntable
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Solid State
  11. SerialSharp

    Technics SU-Z25 hissing issue in headphones

    I've been trying to get an amplifier with a phono input for my record player for a while now and dad realised he had one stored. I brought it home and hooked everything up and... nothing. Quick thing on what I actually have. The record player is a Silver SL550 (not the issue), I have the...
  12. A

    Replace Shure M95-HE Stylus or Upgrade Cartridge?

    I currently have a Technics SL-Q2 that I bought used off of ebay. It works great, and is equipped with a Shure M95-HE Hi-Track cartridge and a NOS Shure SS35C stylus. However, I think I might have bent the cantilever, so I'm searching for an upgrade/replacement. I've heard that the M95-HE fitted...
    • aij606
    • Thread
    • cartridge hi-track jico records shure shure m95 stylus technics technics sl-q2 turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
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    80s/90s amp advice - Denon or…?

    Looking for some opinions about decent mid-level integrated amps from the late 80s / early 90s era. Specifically the ‘classic’ black full-size separates. 80wpc RMS or higher. The rest of the system is period Denon, so my first thought was to add a Denon amp so it all matches. However...
    • G7065
    • Thread
    • 80s 90s denon integrated amplifier technics
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: Solid State
  14. O

    Technics SA-5560K dead channel

    Hi, I have a Technics SA-5560K that I got recently for a very good price. The unit powers up, but the left channel is totally dead. I have tried all variations when connecting the speakers, but no luck. The radio works fine and so does connected equipment like CD-player. I haven't opened the...
    • OlleDahl
    • Thread
    • dead channel receiver sa-5560k technics
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Solid State
  15. zombiemodern

    SL-1200 MK1 Woes (Negative Voltage at TR-14 collector)

    Hi AK, Was wondering if anyone here could help with an SL-1200mk1 that's seeing speed irregularity, particularly on power cycles. This is now a DIY project — a third turntable I don't really need but due to the rarity I'd love for it to operate properly. I've taken this to a local tech figuring...
    • zombiemodern
    • Thread
    • direct drive help mk1 recap repair sl-1200 sl-1200 mk1 technics transistor
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Turntables
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    Next logical upgrade?

    Hey guys, just wanted to get some opinions here, any input would be greatly appreciated. My current set up is a pioneer sx-535 receiver, pioneer cs-500g speakers, and technics sl-3200. Where should I go from here for the biggest jump to upgrade sound? I feel like the synergy in my set up is...
  17. buckeye56

    Turntable Hum , RCA cables

    Using newly repaired turntable. Left channel on my Technics SA 205 receiver works for a while, then cuts out. Sometimes I can hear static like sound from the left speaker. The red/white RCA cables, I swapped one pair for another. if I move them in a particular way, a loud hum is emitted from...
  18. R

    Technics SU-VZ320 Amplifier

    Hi all, I recently bought a Technics SU-VZ320 Amplifier which I can find next to no information about online. I was hoping members could share their thoughts/experiences with this model. Thanks in advance. R
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    Technics SU8600 resistors/transistors run hot

    Hey guys! I have a Technics SU8600 which I have owned around one and a half year now, and it was daily used for some months in a row when I got it. I had a little thread on it before about resistors. Here - https://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/resistor-swap-help.915759/ I have used...
    • GytisB
    • Thread
    • driver transistor hot resistor hot transistor su-8600 su8600 technics technics 8600 technics su technics su-8600 technics su8600
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY
  20. buckeye56

    NYC Repair

    Hey, Don’t know which forum this question belongs in, so apologies in advance for any mistakes. Looking for a highly reputable person who isn’t going to charge a fortune to fix my vintage Technics dd automatic turntable. Cueing mech not working properly. Must be in NYC area. I know there are...
    • buckeye56
    • Thread
    • nyc repair technics turntable adjustment
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  21. B

    Humming Noise From Technics SL-DD 33

    Hello, recently purchased a technics SL-DD33 turntable. It looks to be in excellent condition and I really like the way it works. Except for one problem - when I turn on my amp, a fairly loud humming noise comes from the speakers. I connected the ground wire, and it reduced the humming noise by...
    • Bkeidel
    • Thread
    • hum noise technics turntable
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. D

    Technics SL-1800 balance weight alternate

    What, if any, other Technics tonearm weights will fit an 1800? Looks looks the 1200 weight will fit. But since I can't find parts lists for either, I was hoping someone could maybe confirm for me. Thanks,
  23. SimonB71

    Advice needed: Which of these 80s Technics Amps I should go for?

    Hi everyone, I’ve just signed up as I would love to get a little advice on these old Technics Amps… I recently got a strong craving to listen to my old vinyl albums again, and I’ve always been fond of Technics, my Dad had a great system when I was a kid, and I listened to my albums on that till...
  24. L

    Receiver and Speaker Recommendations (Sansui, Klipsch, Boston, Harman)

    Hey all, Previous casual vinyl listener here - trying to upgrade my setup. I am definitely not looking for anything top of the line or groundbreaking, just hoping to get ahold of some solid, quality gear that will compliment each other well and make for a nice setup. I am pretty new to...
  25. M

    Technics SL2000 Cart Upgrade vs New table?

    Long time lurker, first time poster… I’m trying to do my due diligence and figure out what will work best for me. Any and all advice is much appreciated. I’m currently running an old Technics SL-2000 with a ready to be replaced AT95E cart. I listen 99% of the time via headphones (AT m50x)...
    • mufasa
    • Thread
    • audio technica technics
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
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