Kenwood KT-3300D Tuner Service & Alignment
A customer recently asked me to service and align his latest acquisition – a stunning Kenwood KT-3300D FM analogue stereo […]
Arcam Alpha 9 Integrated + Power Amp Service
Arcam makes some nice equipment, so when a customer asked me to service his Arcam Alpha 9 integrated / power
Pioneer PL-530 Turntable Service & Repair
I recently overhauled this lovely old Pioneer PL-530 direct-drive turntable. Let’s take a closer look. This model is not especially
Dual 1228 Turntable Service & Problems
The Dual 1228 idler-drive turntable is a great entry-level deck and a little cooler than many others. You need to
Apple Mac Pro 8-Core Service & Repair
My buddy runs several Apple Mac Pro desktop machines for use in his photographic studio. Perth’s notoriously hot weather and
Fidelity Research XF-1 Transformer Review
The phenomenal Fidelity Research XF-1 moving coil step-up transformer is one of the best ways to get the most out
Yamaha GT-2000 Turntable Set-Up and Tweak
My friend recently had a little mishap with his beautiful Yamaha GT-2000 direct drive turntable. Naturally, I helped him sort
Amazing Accuphase C-280 and P-300X
A customer of mine recently purchased some great new Accuphase gear and brought a couple of pieces over for me
Kenwood KD-600 Turntable Motor Service
Given the renewed interest in turntables, especially quality decks, I wanted to share some details about servicing the legendary Kenwood
Primare R32 Phono Preamplifier Review
I have been lucky enough to have a brand new Primare R32 Phono Preamplifier to audition over the last few
Sansui SR-929 NOS Turntable Unboxing and Set-Up!
One of my regular customers recently acquired a gorgeous new old stock (NOS) Sansui SR-929 direct-drive turntable from her original
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Denon SL-7D Turntable Service & Repair
I’ve just finished repairing and servicing a lovely old Denon SL-7D direct drive turntable. My customer received the run-around from