Service articles are focussed on servicing hi-fi equipment to restore functionality. Articles may also contain repair elements, as they often go together.
You may have seen the article I wrote recently about repairing a gorgeous Yamaha MX-1 power amplifier. This time I'm servicing a Yamaha CX-1 preamplifier, which matches the MX-1 and is part of the same set. Yamaha made some really superb hi-fi gear back in the day, as I'm sure…
Every so often, I work on a piece of hi-fi gear that really makes me smile. The Marantz Model 6300 direct-drive turntable is one of them. One look at a Marantz Model 6300 and you'll reach an inevitable conclusion: you want and need to find one to add to your…
I've just added three great new pieces of hi-fi gear for sale @ Liquid Audio. Check out my Store for all the latest equipment on offer. Liquid Audio has some great new hi-fi equipment for sale. First up, we have a superb hi-fi/home cinema subwoofer, built by me. Just $795.…
I'm reluctant to use the word 'sexy' when it comes to hi-fi gear because it's weird. If I were to use it though, it would definitely apply to this baby Sony TA-4650 VFET amplifier! What can one say after working one of these stunning Sony TA-4650 VFET integrated amplifiers? I…
I get to work on some beautiful gear at Liquid Audio. A great example is this stunning Luxman SQ-202 integrated amplifier that I've just repaired and serviced. The Luxman SQ-202 integrated amplifier is a model dating right back to the early '70s. In fact, it was released 1970 and produced…
A very quick update to welcome in 2018, and to share this stunning piece of vintage hi-fi gear. I think we can all agree, it's pieces like this beautiful Philips RH 750 receiver, with its warm tones and smile-inducing vintage aura, that make classic 70's gear so desirable. The Philips…
Here's a closer look at a Denon DP-30L direct-drive turntable and a reminder of why turntables need expert attention. This particular Denon DP-30L direct-drive turntable came in having just been fitted with an Ortofon 2M Red moving magnet cartridge and new audio cable. You'd think she be good to go,…
I’ve just serviced a Quad 44 preamplifier. In this article, I'll show you what the Quad 44 looks like inside and explain some of its features. Along with a Quad 405 power amplifier, I recently serviced this Quad 44 preamplifier, both owned by the same customer. I'm told he purchased…
Readers will know how much I like the Quad 405 amplifier. In this article, I look at the Quad 405 amplifier service process and what's involved when a 405 visits Liquid Audio. Talk about great-sounding amps, this particular Quad 405 is completely original, with its original capacitors and connectors. The…
The Pioneer PL-514 belt-drive turntable is an absolute classic. There's really not much more to add, so let's find out why. The Pioneer PL-514 is a high-quality, great-sounding belt-drive deck from one of the big Japanese manufacturers. In terms of build and performance, like so much other Japanese gear, it…