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MA6500 - Static ?!?

Just took the 6500 out of the closet after 3 years?  Plug it in . . CD1 (Sony 300 changer) and CD2 (Mc MB50 . . streaming Spotify) both full of static !

Didn’t give the 6500 any warm up . . it has been in our bedroom closet so was warm. Just connected everything and played. 

Will warm up help or do I need something internal replaced (no electrical knowledge)?  Was playing my MA252 immediately before and all was perfect. 

Helpful suggestions please? Problem? Cure?

Thanks 
 

 

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stereo5
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Is the static coming from both speakers?  Is it only when you operate the volume control?  Is everything connected properly and connections tight?

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teboerio OP
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Yes, both speakers. All interconnects tight.

Just reconnected the MA252 again. No static. 

And, the MA252 is a nightingale compared to the MA6500 which comes on harsh and rude. The difference could not be more clear. 
 

MA6500 going to the shop soon, I guess. 

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teboerio OP
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Oops, no static in volume knob and indiscernible at low volume. But louder is clearly static ridden. 
 

Thanks again. 

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