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    Onk HDMI port konked?

    I had this issue on my Onkyo a while back. In fact I still have this issue. There are 2 known symptoms: 1. No sound over HDMI only picture 2. No picture only sound Mine had no sound only picture. I the amp was on for about 30 minutes sound would come back. 2 known causes : 1. A few...
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    HiFi makes you dont like without a real reason.

    Second the Beats by Dr Dre.... However, the without a reason part is not applicable in that case.
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    Portable dvd players...

    Glad you're sorted... These things are dirt cheap nowadays, but unfortunately not made to last long at all....
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    Lightning took out PC, how long does insurance take to replace

    Unfortunately this all depends on your insurer and their processes. Had a great experience and a terrible one. Great experience 5 to 6 days. Terrible experience 4 weeks.
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    Subwoofer not playing

    If under warranty I would take it to the dealers to get it fixed. If out of warranty - open the box and have a look at the amplifier board. Sometimes as easy as a blown fuse (could be an external fuse as well - have a look) Smell for burnt components and have a look for blown capacitors.
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    At some point it becomes ridiculous even if you can afford it

    If you put it that way Jazzy, it seems it may be a fantastic investment opportunity.    :point:
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    The agents must be crazy, part 2

    Unfortunately most companies are taking shortcuts in order to drive up revenue. Most things are built to last the warranty period nowadays. My issue with the Onkyo HDMI board really dented my trust in the brand. The fact that  it was a known issue that remained over multiple generations of the...
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    The agents must be crazy, part 2

    I remember having a similar HDMI issue with an Onkyo receiver. There was a known issue over 3 or 4 generations of some of their receivers where HDMI would become hit and miss after some time. Sometimes audio loss and sometimes picture. Also a HDMI board issue which was ridiculously expensive to...
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    Youtube channels worth following

    SpectreSoundStudios https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-f76NUQN5M-Z0cd0MOP5xw very opinionated Canadian talking about Recording and doing independent gear reviews (Mostly Metal and Hard rock scene)
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    SABC TV licences scraping the bottom of the barrel

    The amount of incompetence and unwillingness to help we need to deal with.... :facepalm:
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    So, what are you doing right now?

    Trying to make it through the madness to the holidays!
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    Jenzen Illuminator build

    Speakers look incredible. Well done.
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    What's the most acclaimed musician / band you just simply couldn't get into?

    I will most likely get roasted for this.... but for me, Nina Simone.
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    Apple would be stupid to drop the iPhone headphone jack

    Agreed on the cult following.... The hardcore Apple fans will no doubt fork out whatever money they have to for the new proprietary audio connection. And no doubt rave about how much better it is.
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