Frequently asked questions about amplifiers and speakers, how to pair them, advantages and disadvantages of each type, etc
Certainly, if bookings are available, simply fill out the contact form and request an assessment or valuation. Check our booking status table and contact us via the contact page. Note that I can’t offer an equipment valuation where I have not carefully inspected and tested the equipment in the workshop. A thorough (ie proper) assessment […]
To improve you amplifier, I suggest you focus on three main areas: Integration Integration refers to how many functions and, therefore compromises are crammed into one amplifier box. In order of most integrated to least integrated, we have: Radiogram/stereogram/lifestyle/shelf system -> receiver -> integrated amplifier -> integrated pre + stereo power amplifier -> phono +
I’d be happy to provide an estimate once we’ve diagnosed the fault/s and determined what remedial work will be needed. That will, of course, require a careful and detailed inspection of your equipment, and avoid any unhelpful guesswork. Assessment Electronic equipment failures are typically ‘black box’ scenarios, meaning there are usually no obvious visual signs
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In some cases, yes, and I’m happy to fit them, but people are often surprised to learn that there are usually many other considerations. Many of these topics are plagued by misinformation and pseudoscience. Certain “improvements” are not actually improvements at all, and in some cases are retrograde moves. No retailer selling cables will tell
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I suggest avoiding equipment in poor condition, as a general rule. My recommendation is always to buy the very best example of the equipment you are looking for, in the best condition, with the best service history, and a recent inspection and condition assessment, if possible. Everyone wants a bargain, and buying equipment in poor
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