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    Which speakers?

    I need some guidance from our stereo aficionado's on the forum. I would like to replace my current speakers (B&W 684) with something thats a bit more musical. Don't get me wrong, the 684's sounds great but I'm not entirely happy. I have spotted a few options on the 2nd hand market in my budget...
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    New TV

    I'm in the market for a new TV to replace my 40-inch Samsung LCD TV and with Black Friday deals coming up soon I thought it would be a good idea to get inputs from forum gurus. My budget is unfortunately limited so can't look at high-end QLED TVs. I do have a soft spot for Samsung TVs but will...
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    Valve replacement options

    I am very new to valves (tubes) and just acquired a small 2 watt Vox valve guitar head amp. I would like to change the preamp valves to something a little warmer. Current setup is Pre=2 x 12AX7, Power=1 x 12AU7. Any suggestions that could cleanup the sound a little bit?
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    Yamaha CDC-585 tray drive belt

    Bought a Yamaha CDC-585 5 disc at cash converters for R350 and it works great apart from the tray needing a little nudge to close. Suspect its the belt. Any idea where I can get a belt for it?
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    Onkyo Tx-nr616 dead channel

    Hi guys My main right speaker output has died. No warning.. Just dead. All the other outputs are working perfectly. I checked all the cables countless time and swopped speakers ect to no avail. Can anyone recommend someone who can repair it in Joburg? I'm reluctant to take it to the agents...
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    TT service and setup

    Hi guys Can anyone recommend someone in Joburg that can help me service and setup my granddad's old turntable? Preferably not someone who is going to charge an arm and a leg.. :help:
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    Help on pricing vintage equipment

    Hi guys I have an option to buy some vintage gear which I probably will sell on at a later stage but I have to determine what would be a good offer: Gear list Akai 4000ds reel to reel Sony PS-1100 turntable - not sure what cart setup Sony TA-1066 Amp Sony TA-1066 8 track player Sony 7050...
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    Looking for Shure M44 stylus

    Hi guys. Im looking for a M44-7 stylus. I can get the M44g but the tracking is a bit of a concerning 3-5grams.. Anyone have one or know where to find one? thnx
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    Paradigm SE9 Bookshelf's, B&W DM10's & AMC 2445a

    Hi guys.. I found these beauties today but have no idea if they are worth the R2500 asking price.. I dont have pics but they look fantastic but dont have the covers. The owner did not have an amp to test them with but he gave me a money back guarantee (written).. Any thoughts? Are they good for...
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    HDMI Splitter

    I am looking for a 1 input, 2 output hdmi spliiter. Where can I get one or could I use a cable or must it be a box? I need it to run an hdmi signal from my explora to my tv and projector (+-20meter cable required).. any help would be great!
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    Onkyo remote

    Hi guys I am hoping that someone can help me. I am looking for a remote for my Onkyo TX-NR509. It uses the RC-801M but the remotes from units released around the 509 should also work..
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    Infinity alpha 50 woofers

    hi guys I have a client who's kids damaged the 2 bass drivers/woofers on one of his towers Can these still be found and replaced and if so, where can I get them?
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    Looking for these styli

    I am looking for a stylus for my brothers Philips 212 turntable: Philips GP-401 stylus Then looking for a stylus for a Shure SC35C for mine. I already tried lantis.co.za but they cant help with either..
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    Micro Seiki DD-25

    Hey guys. I was given an Micro Seiki Direct Drive DD-25 turntable. It needs a good clean, a cart and stylus and dust cover hinges but other than that it seems all together. My question is, is it worth $$? I have no real use for it - would be awesome if I can make a few bucks off it.. Will post...
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    Singer SG-6002MP speakers

    Hi guys.. anyone know anything about these speakers? I cannot find any info on the net..
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    What new cart setup to get?

    Hi all I have decided to upgrade my cart for my Akai AP-206C. I have a current max budget of R1200 - R1300 so looking at entry level good stuff. What are your thoughts about the Shure M97xE, M44-7, M44G and the SC35C? What other options are locally available? Any help would be appreciated..
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    Marantz 6300

    Hey guys I have a family member that has one of these and is currently a bit strapped for cash so he is looking to sell it but we have no idea what to ask for it. I will update on cart and stylus setup but the only thing thats not working is the auto return and the dust cover is not there either..
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    Audio Technica ATN13 Stylus.. I think..

    HI guys. I picked up a nice Akai AP206C turntable at a charity store today. It came with an audio technica cart and stylus and from what I have gathered its a ATN 13 stylus. It seems a bit rough and sits very low on the LP's so I would rather want to replace it than ruin my records.. Does anyone...
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    Takealot.com vinyls - Be careful!!

    Hi guys Just a heads up before buying LP's from Takealot.com. They use external suppliers to source the vinyls that they advertise as "in stock" only to get back to you 2 weeks after your order to let you know that their suppliers no longer carry stock of those LP's. It happened to me twice in...
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    Gemini XL 400ii

    Picked this one up today at a local cash converters. equipped with a Stanton 680-ii cartridge and D6800 EL ii stylus.. paid nearly nothing for it. what are your thoughts on this TT and cartridge/stylus?
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