Recent content by frankmarsi

Holy-Moley, that's in terrific condition. I've attempted to win one on the auction site but, I always seem to be under-bid. I feel I'd rather have the improved effects the 'T' offers as compared to the regular C-4000 that I own. Enjoy that one it looks very clean. FM

The power switch will rarely if ever hold itself in the 'on' position so, I by-pass it. I'm using a power-strip. It's difficult to show it as I haven't unmounted it because the pre-amp has every input and output being utilized: 2 tape decks, 3 turntables, 2 SUT's, a tuner and 2 CD's. I would...

Ed, I sent a 'PM' to you. Please advise. I hope we'll talk soon I hope.

10-8-18 Anyone know the correct part number for a AC power switch for the Carver 4000 pre-amp? I see what I believe is an appropriate switch here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Alps-SDU3P-Power-Switch-TV-3-NAD-Realistic-Marantz-Concept-16-5-Sanyo-Receiver/282652002874 Possible Part number is: Alps...

2-26-18 Gentlemen, that’s exactly what has happened. I played with the switch till it held/stuck in the ‘on’ position and I’m using a small old ‘Isobar’ strip to power the power distribution/conditioner on only. I have connected full-time a power distribution/conditioner box that has a 5 second...

"" """ @ WOPL Sniffer, You are describing exactly what the switch is doing. It definitely feels and appears that the switch is simply not grabbing or catching into the on position. So, either it's a worn minor part of the mechanism. My experience would let me remove it and slot...

Grazi a tutti.

Thank you "grapplesaw", you've been very helpful. I just now purchased one. I'm thinking I'd have to remove the bottom cover of the C4000 to get to it. Do you think I can use the original capacitor as finding just one or two is probably not possible except for maybe ratshack and who knows of...

Hi grapplesaw, I really can't see how many lugs on in the foto but, I believe there's two or so on each side. I've also read that simply using the other side if one side's contacts are burnt? It's a hassel not having a single button. I've located some that look close on Mouser...

Does any one know of the part number or part number equivalent for the AC On-Off push-in switch to the Carver C-4000 pre-amplifier? The one I have doesn't catch in the 'on' position any longer and is always problem to use. Is it PN NE1839EE ? Anyone in or near...

Thanks "oldphaser", it's quite amazing that so many successful and creative minds were around in the same time period. Frank Marsi

Maybe you're the 'most real' dude in the room? FM

To all you lovers and curators of the classic Phase Linear craziness. You are not totally out of any loop in the world of music and the equipment that reproduces it. Vintage equipment has a purpose and a meaning, is it 'grass-roots' more than just a hobby? Does it have a stronger reason for...

9-13-16 So, was an answer put forth or did I miss something? At this point it's still not clear to me with everything concerning my apparent heat problem. Was I over-reacting, maybe worrying too much? Was I supposed to bring the ‘bo’ and brew to this party? No one told me to. Should I just...

FM's response: 9-12-16 I thank you for your response, I entertain all opinions and advice from just about any one in the ‘know’. But, with all due respects, surely you jest. Are you correct in your quote of said manual? I’ve checked the both manuals and either you’ve made a mistake or you are...