Frequently asked questions about general hi-fi stuff including various types of equipment, technical concepts and advice for getting the best results.
Generally speaking, I suggest you don’t buy equipment in poor condition. I know that everyone wants a bargain and buying equipment in poor condition is often perceived as a bargain. Sadly, there is no escaping the fact that equipment in poor condition tends to be less reliable and less repairable than similar gear in good […]
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No, not without taking a few precautions! If you quite enjoy your current cartridge, let me give you a little bit of advice, from one long-time lover of all things vinyl to another. Nothing ruins your day faster than an absent-minded dust down of your turntable with a soft microfibre cloth, that runs a little
I recommend the following stores and staff for their excellent service and range of interesting hi-fi products: Addicted to Audio in Subiaco Dan is a great guy and knows his stuff, plus this store has some really interesting brands and loads of personal audio gear. In terms of store layout, quality and range of hi-fi
In most cases yes, no problem. We have stocks of incandescent and LED lamps, in the most common sizes, so you can choose what suits you. For the ultimate vintage goodness, incandescent lamps are the way to go. For a more modern look, LED illumination is great.
Sure, as long as you understand a few basic technical details. Basics You can use any voltage thing anywhere you like, as long as the voltage and current requirements are met. For that, you’ll need to know all the relevant voltage and power consumption ratings and then select a suitable step-down (or step-up transformer). For
We neither use nor recommend kits nor do we offer parts lists BOMs, etc. Repairing and overhauling electronic equipment involves much more than swapping parts. For the average owner, attempting to overhaul a complex piece of hi-fi electronics via a kit is ill-advised and usually creates more problems that it solves. The reason is the
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Of course, but we need to establish what damage has been done and this can only be revealed by careful inspection. Know Your Voltage Different regions use different AC or ‘mains’ supply voltages. For example, Japan uses 100V, the USA uses 120V, and Europe and Asia use 220V, 230V or 240V, depending on the region.
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