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Distorted sound in Parasound A23 power amplifier

Hi!

I have bought a used Parasound A23 power amplifier and the sound is distorted. I have connected different preamps with the same distorted sound. What is wrong? Is there a problem with the amp, the preamp or the source component? My standard setup (integrated amp and speakers) is working normal.

 

thanks for replay!

eboymusic
erik_squires
16,056 posts
 

What do you mean "distorted"

czarivey
5,946 posts
 

Input stage of the amp needs to be checked professionally. Could be caps or could be transistors.

eboymusic OP
5 posts
 

The distorted sound sounds like the speakers are blown but they are working normal

bigkidz
3,381 posts
 

Most likely you have a bias issue or blown output devices.  Local to New Jersey I can take a look at it.

 

Happy Listening.

eboymusic OP
5 posts
 

@bigkidz iam from Norway, too far away 😉

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