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Marantz 2015 Low Output

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mrules45

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Hi,

I just purchased a used Marantz 2015 system, set it up with a known working turntable and small 8ohm technics bookshelf speakers. Super low volume output, only audible if I turn it up all the way. I've also noticed the balance selector doesn't seem to work. Any ideas on where to start?
 
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Does the FM or AM radio work and with normal volume ? Does your turntable have a built in Pre Amp ? if so plug turntable into AUX. The Marantz 2015 has a built in preamp on the turntable input for turntables that have no preamp. Just a few ideas to start with .
 
AM/FM is also similiarly as quiet. Turntable has no preamp. I also hooked my phone into AUX and saw the same issue.
 
Please don’t feel offended by this stupid question...: tape monitor switch out? If it is in you hear crosstalk. And if it is out: I would suspect this switch first.
 
Hm. I’m not an expert, but you mention that balance does not work: had a similar issue with my 2216. One lead (black) of balance slider had broken off, after resoldering the wire sound was back. Balance slider on 2216 can easily be reached if you remove front plate. 2015 is different beast but may be similar.
 
I ended up taking it to a hifi repair place. The guy said that the balance control was broken and causing the low output. He bypassed the balance control and now the unit works perfectly (besides no balance control). Hope this helps people in the future with the same symptoms.
 
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