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Where is the fourth filter cap, and why are the unused solder lugs 2mm away from a flexible aluminum front panel? The fuse change was standard practice when a 400 is used for PA. SOA is a function of both current and collector voltage, so maybe the DTS 402 is pretty good with high inductive or...

The phase cap simply gets the motor to turn in the pifroper direction. Typically the motor will turn with lower AC voltages, and if it does not, you'll be able to feel 60 cycle vibrations by touching the pulley. These motors are very low torque, so bearing issues are critical. I believe I have a...

Great sounding tuners and also great for DX (distance) listening.

I have one of these amps and they will win most beauty contests. The design is very similar to the HK and NAD amplifiers. Mine is not as toasty.

Instead of air cooling the bank, dunk the loads in oil. That is what the radio transmitter guys do.

That is a repurposed Philips turntable. Replace the tubular phase cap and the motor should turn again.

You want the arm board to bond to the plinth so there is zero relative movement between arm and plinth. If they are separate, motor vibrations are maxed out by an isolated arm.

According to the NY Times obituary, Sam and Dave were not friends and did not get along. In the beginning, Dave was performing but could not remember the lyrics, so Sam got on stage to sing and guide him.

You will need to remain underground since the preamp is not UL certified. I'd advise deleting the AC outlets to reduce potential liability.

Probably sounds better....

SVT-2H is 2 diodes in series SVT-3H is 3, SVT-4H is 4 I have a handfull of most of these if you want originals.

Nice work. I may be going down the same path soon with a spare TD1200 transport.

I have one with the same problem and my noise is in the power amp. Double check your testing. It is a PIA to reach the amp boards so i am planning to shotgun the diff pairs.

Buy some wool felt at a fabric store and cut out little rings slightly larger than the dome diameter. Tack them on with rubber cement and play the harsh stuff. Diffraction effects often sound harsh.

Or go to Goodwill and buy a couple of wool sweaters. I love to stuff ports with wool.