HUGE Problem With Vintage Amplifiers & Receivers. Hides From Your Eyes But Not Your Ears.

Vintage Audio Addict March 23, 2024
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The Vintage Audio Addict channel on YouTube is a treasure trove for audio enthusiasts and vintage gear aficionados. Run by an vintage audio equipment collector, this channel delves into the repair, restoration, testing, and history of vintage audio equipment. Here’s what you can expect: 1. Content Focus: The channel primarily focuses on vintage audio gear, including amplifiers, receivers, tape decks, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned audiophile or just curious about classic audio technology, Vintage Audio Addict has something for you. 2. Videos: From troubleshooting common issues to showcasing rare finds, each video provides valuable insights. 3. Repair and Restoration: Vintage Audio Addict takes you through the process of repairing and restoring vintage equipment. You’ll see firsthand how these classic devices are brought back to life, often with meticulous attention to detail. Vintage Audio Addict explores it all.

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I Show how a common vintage amplifier issue can go undetected for years. Other Classic Stereo Equipment Video's - Homemade Stereo Shelf - https://youtu.be/8KAWAbXPcmU This Amplifier Was Cooking! - https://youtu.be/N5zhG4cynhk Pioneer SPEC-2 Idle Current - https://youtu.be/ALzDBSfnqSU Using A Dim Bulb Tester - https://youtu.be/tEga_TEUmU0 Old Stereo Plays Bluetooth - https://youtu.be/mEN4OGK_3mo ALPS Power Switch Repair - https://youtu.be/-Kz76sXgAJo Marantz 2500 Receiver #2 https://youtu.be/qiaHy4t4fGg Fisher 800-C Receiver - https://youtu.be/qmYuz94-yB8 Marantz 2500 Receiver #1 - https://youtu.be/mfRzHomUb2Q Ultimate Guide To Vintage Audio Repair. - https://youtu.be/DWCcWczwfL4 Digital Tape Deck Audio Analyzer - https://youtu.be/xDeaVLl7BlU Hantek 6022BL PC Oscilloscope Review - https://youtu.be/heAuUJR-bmQ Vacuum Tube Heaven - https://youtu.be/Rn8KN9RnojE Kenwood KA-5002 Integrated Amp - https://youtu.be/2HLKmoWU8ko Sony TA-E88B Preamplifier - https://youtu.be/KU6prUdm5l0 Technics SE-9600 Power Amplifier - https://youtu.be/qzbR9Dj9ax4 Pioneer SPEC -1 And SPEC -2 - https://youtu.be/q0XYkMeaSyc Marantz 10B Tuner - https://youtu.be/Mu_66X9KphI Nakamichi Dragon 1000P 1000MB 1000 DAT - https://youtu.be/FxbEE_rdazk Sansui BA-5000 Power Amplifier - https://youtu.be/da2KKLHso80 Pioneer SX-1980 Complete Edition - https://youtu.be/d8p1hwwMnWc Rotel RX-1203 Receiver Part 1 - https://youtu.be/T5_1hjbFkGo Rotel RX-1203 Receiver Part 2 - https://youtu.be/k6DXwf7N2bw Rotel RX-1203 Receiver Part 3 - https://youtu.be/rYRhJmVt3KY Trio W-40 Vacuum Tube Receiver - https://youtu.be/YghFYKzBIBI Kenwood KA-3500 - https://youtu.be/MUC5xtJf_0E Dynaco Stereo 70 - https://youtu.be/59-VMEqXSR0 Bose 551 Receiver And 901 Speakers - https://youtu.be/kZDxcn8FJKw Mitsubishi Stereo System - https://youtu.be/LBvH_8dlKk4 Akai GX-255 Open Reel Tape Deck - https://youtu.be/iR2CizRpWsU Shootout! SX-1980 vs Nova300 - https://youtu.be/v1AOpY2xjLk Harman Kardon Sixteen - https://youtu.be/h_KKFFxB9E4 Monster Receivers From The 70's - https://youtu.be/Ytk-yIb0KdE Marantz 2265 - https://youtu.be/KLxLQoBB8C0 Kenwood KR-8050 - https://youtu.be/db_Ev1VDgOI Teac X-1000R - https://youtu.be/hTCLoBXf7JU Pioneer SX-1250 - https://youtu.be/Fco83u2kRmU Pioneer SPEC-1 - https://youtu.be/Ap3CpD3XuHA Pioneer SPEC-2 - https://youtu.be/5Qydq5OI0Js McIntosh MC2205 - https://youtu.be/B4zEjFn26VY Nakamichi Dragon - https://youtu.be/mTRNh_T1AW0 Sansui BA-5000 - https://youtu.be/6NnmlTb99oA Marantz 2500 - https://youtu.be/GnBeqE7-Hz8 Sony TA-F6B - https://youtu.be/TyiXbtIm29Q Sansui CA-2000 - https://youtu.be/PHmfzvgzOW4 Luxman M-300 - https://youtu.be/TVQoLh3vHOo Scott 340B - https://youtu.be/rWzGxm9WGHU Marantz 2270 - https://youtu.be/qcxn9gtyaK8 McIntosh 752 - https://youtu.be/hlJvuFoRcvw Sansui AU-9900 Part 1 - https://youtu.be/2CWCaYc5VaI Sansui AU-9900 Part 2 - https://youtu.be/BuNjCmR5YIw Sansui AU-9900 Part 3 - https://youtu.be/bDDacpdS0ww Sansui AU-9900 Part 4 - https://youtu.be/-AEwZdGKW3I Marantz 23 - https://youtu.be/6O6dZyhLbyo SAE 2400 - https://youtu.be/JyHrB8FR8sg Nikko 440 - https://youtu.be/rYorrEC5VJE Nakamichi LX-5 - https://youtu.be/4YYooF0X8Gs Kenwood Eleven III - https://youtu.be/YJ7rGNwnYSs Sansui G-9000DB - https://youtu.be/zoWf_RSg_go Yamaha CA-2010 - https://youtu.be/20D4R7zQzhU Nakamichi Dragon - https://youtu.be/TP0Y7E67TTg McIntosh MC2505 - https://youtu.be/WAqNS5wVFvE Sansui Eight - https://youtu.be/2QejkD9k4cU Sony EL-7 - https://youtu.be/9icrg8GCl3c Pioneer SX-1980 - https://youtu.be/xtHutsQRgxk Akai GX-220D - https://youtu.be/7vwwO_1Ercc Pioneer A-27 - https://youtu.be/_5rypYHiPvs Nakamichi Digital Products - https://youtu.be/6sQjnIPDCr8 Sansui G-9000DB - https://youtu.be/Isd-T_Hmi-s Pioneer Silver Rack System - https://youtu.be/uGQaHpf2ua0 Troubleshooting Failures In Vintage Audio Equipment - Vintage Audio Repair In 30 Minutes! - https://youtu.be/E3yTtm3yCG8 Vintage Stereo Repair - https://youtu.be/N3e9C4mUui0 Phono Repair And Troublesome Transistors - https://youtu.be/lkcP1z-KcPA Hakko 808 De-soldering Tool A Must Have - https://youtu.be/NtSn_HPT-sE Hazards Of Reel To Reel Tape Deck Repair - https://youtu.be/KvXwN5igzDg Troubleshooting No Audio In Vintage Equipment - https://youtu.be/pKqxlT9sgZY General Failure Troubleshooting In Vintage Equipment - https://youtu.be/xk5gjq5ehK0 Reforming Speakers - https://youtu.be/ttbgeDagRus Checking DC Offset On Vintage Amplifiers - https://youtu.be/ZvBoxhpa-v8 Why You Must Replace Old Electrolytic Capacitors - https://youtu.be/RaWrYJ6amcA Help For the Vintage Audio Fan - Buying Vintage Audio? - https://youtu.be/l3RdJH9mSs0 Finding A Technician To Fix Your Equipment -https://youtu.be/MRh0AbDToyA Should You Buy Vintage Or New Stereo Gear - https://youtu.be/IYou7PbAjnY Beware Of Vintage Stereo Ad's - https://youtu.be/Stkiz5aaIo0

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