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DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
4krow65 posts01-23-2019 3:17pmAnd round and round we go. It’s this, it’s that, believe me. You made a simple case for me anyway. You took the unit to 3 different houses miles apart from each other with the same humming result. What more has to sa... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
stereo52,670 posts01-05-2019 3:11pmI hope Tom bought it from a very good dealer with a lot of cash flow. Some stores would be unable to refund that amount of money as many rob Peter to pay Paul. I hope for a happy ending. The dealer in my area ha... 
AR-VT-200 vs Vtl MB-450
The ARC VT 200 is not user friendly when it comes time to replace the small signal tubes. They have to be biased. Its not for the novice. https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/please-give-me-advice-about-an-arc-vt-200-amp 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
@ tomiiv30 OP Your branch circuit wiring is more than likely installed in EMT (Electrical Metallic Tubing). https://www.homedepot.com/p/1-2-in-x-10-ft-Electric-Metallic-Tube-EMT-Conduit-853428/100400405 Per the NEC the EMT conduit is considered a... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
tomiiv30 OP37 posts01-22-2019 10:25amTrying to fix the problem for this amplifier’s buzz it made a mess of my house electrical. I shouldn’t have done anything but just enjoy my new equipment, now we went totally different direction about fixing ... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
atmasphere6,924 posts01-22-2019 10:38amAmplifier buzz is a thing to fix- but it really shouldn’t have anything to do with the electrical system. @ atmasphere It’s not the amplifier that is buzzing loudly. It’s the power toroidal transformer buzz... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
@ tomiiv30 OPChicago? I didn’t think the city of Chicago AHJ allowed NM sheathed cable, (Romex is a manufacturer’s Trade Name for NM), in residential occupancies. My understanding all branch circuit wiring has to be installed in EMT conduit. Did ... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
stereo52,661 posts01-21-2019 6:16pmI don’t believe anyone commenting here is a licensed electrician for your area nor knows your areas electrical codes. I would trust your licensed electrician before any of us. While everyone is trying to be help... 
Static buildup issue?
Felt platter pad? Did you try a different non static felt pad?Also is the platter spindle bearing grounded?Are you sure the arm tube is grounded? (If conductive)Just doing a quick goggle search this came up.I have no idea how it will affect the so... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
tomiiv30 OP33 posts01-21-2019 2:31pm@cleedsWhat is the difference between the ground wire that is connected to the panel itself and the one that goes to the outside, it still goes thru the panel but it is not attached to the panel itself it just... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
tomiiv30 OP32 posts01-21-2019 2:05pmIt is one rod that he installed in the ground that is few feet away from the outside meter/box, the other rod was installed form the electrical company, it was already there, that’s why I thought he did 2.One ... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
Yeah he came to the house checked everything again and he said not to call him any more, he thinks that I am bulls^&#g with him, and that's why I did not write anything about it. What did you find out about how the electrician wired the t... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
@ tomiiv30 OP How about an update on your electrical. Did the electrician come out and check for possible electrical problems in your home? Possibly loose and or corroded wire connections in the electrical service panel?Have you spoken to any one... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
@ nyev See page #17. It appears the power transformer is an EI type. EI type power transformers as a rule are not affected by DC offset on the AC mainshttps://www.manualslib.com/manual/1460643/Mcintosh-Mc462.html?page=17#manual Question is why wo... 
DC Offset Blocker/Killer - where to buy in the USA
Thanks Al, (almarg) for the response. The additional difference of 1.577 - 1.41 = 0.167 VDC is probably accounted for by a combination of the resistances of the connections to the several intervening outlets in the room with the 1.577, and impreci...