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Melody EL34 amp sudden drop in Volume and loud buzz.
I agree it’s looking like the power transformer. Hope to take it in to get looked at soon.  
Melody EL34 amp sudden drop in Volume and loud buzz.
A power transformer sound like a very expensive fix,no? 
Melody EL34 amp sudden drop in Volume and loud buzz.
Tried replacing all the power tubes. Unfortunately, still low volume and really distorted.  
Melody EL34 amp sudden drop in Volume and loud buzz.
Thanks, but if it was just a power tube wouldn't it only affect one channel?  
Sudden problem with turntable
So I thought I would update this thread. As it turns out the magic eraser did help solve the issue. I didn't think it did at first but when i got the jewelers loupe and looked closely it turns out that I didn't get all of the eraser off the stylus... 
Sudden problem with turntable
unfortunately no. I have been swamped at work. Hoping to try over break to fix myself, re-oil bearing, set-up cartridge etc...if that doesn't work I will take it to audio element in pasadena and see what they have to say. I think it would be a goo... 
Sudden problem with turntable
Yup, input for DAC sounds fine.  
Sudden problem with turntable
It’s the same physical album I have listen to many times so unfortunately not the pressing.  
Sudden problem with turntable
Bpoletti I can take a look. I know the cartridge isn’t dragging but how would I tell if the suspension is sagging. I am ordering a digital stylus and jewelers loupe and have also downloaded a protractor    
Sudden problem with turntable
I tried the magic eraser and that wasn’t it. I think I will need to check everything from scratch, including cartridge setup, platter level, ball bearing lubricant....Never done that before so it should be a good learning experience. The odd thing... 
Sudden problem with turntable
Thanks everyone who has replied. I was having some difficulty logging back into this account. I did use the brush to clean off the stylus but am going to try the magic eraser tomorrow. I have high hopes for this. Regarding the photo stage it is a ... 
The $3,600 gamble
Please tell us how it goes as I might make the same gamble.  The Druids v are the best speakers I have ever heard but new they are just too $$$ for me.  
Which Zu for you
Kevin,I heard both the Soul Supremes and Druid V this year at newport. While it's true that they both share the same sound I found that I liked the Druid V much more than the Souls. I can't point to anything in particular why except to say I felt ... 
Which Zu for you
Thanks Robert. It sounds like our listening habits are very similar and I would also be listening "near field" as our stereo is on the long wall of a 25'x15' or so living room so it's good to hear that the almarro is up to the job.  I thought of t... 
Which Zu for you
Definitely no room treatments in my set up. The speakers are in the living room just flanking the TV on the wall. I know it's not ideal but it's the only option.Robert, If you don't mind telling me what type of music do you listen to and do you ev...