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To DYI or not to DYI?
Another thing. Some kit don't include the power caps like this reasonable $50 kit from Reverb.com  Is replacing the power caps necessary?https://reverb.com/item/27104330-marantz-1152dc-restoration-kit-caps-trimmers-transistors-quality-pa... 
To DYI or not to DYI?
Thank you for the your input. It will helps me decide on to do with my Marantz amp.I was looking at this kit on eBay for $185  - which I believe it's on the high-end but might pretty thorough on the layout.Marantz 1150 1150D 1152DC amplifier rebui... 
To DYI or not to DYI?
I was one of the first to purchase the Marantz BA312 PE01 Upgrade on Ebay and I did do the upgrade myself on my 2275 and that took me at least 3 hours. But this looks a little more intense. But, I'll think I will dive in. 
Looking for recommendation for a 3 way book shelf speaker with very good bass.
The TAD ME-1 looks great, but the klipsch RB-75 are within my budget.Thanks for the recommendation! 
Looking for recommendation for a 3 way book shelf speaker with very good bass.
Guys, just the information I'm looking for. Thanks a million for your input and recommendations! 
Your vote for greatest (covers) album
These are the latest cover music on my radar.Walter Trout does a great obscure blues cover album called "Survivor Blues" and Neal Morse and his band latest called Cov3r to Cov3r. My favorite albums covers are Molly Hatchets self titled LP with the... 
Integrated amp for Klipsch Forte
I definitely enjoy the Forte and would not part from them. Just one thing you'll need to be aware of is that they're heavy speakers and they'll need a place to be anchored. They sound their best with the mid-horns at ear level meaning there're on ... 
Integrated amp for Klipsch Forte
This post is over 2 years old and it dropped out of my mind. Sorry I never followed up on it. But, I guess it's never to late to respond. I had an on going issue with the Marantz 2275 left audio signal and that made me put the Marantz into storage... 
Loudness - Why has the industry stopped producing amplifiers with this feature any longer?
I will not purchased a system without the loudness switch. I have a restored Marantz 2275 and the Vincent Audio SV 237 and both have loudness switch which are available when needed. My ears like music with the low-end forward and some of the o... 
How many people here generally buy used?
I bought a Cambridge Audio Azur R650 and Vincent SV237 and my prized used Marantz 2275 all used, in excellent condition. I had the Marantz 2275 restored a couple years ago and recently the Marantz had a stereo channel issue and I took it in to a l... 
Looking for a hybrid integrated to do it all!
I have the Vincent Audio SV237 and particularly drawn to this model because I wanted and bare-bone Tube Hybrid Integrate unit that will allow me to upgrade the auxiliary equipment as the digital and phono technology is always improving. Just like ... 
BEST SPEAKERS AT A REASONABLE PRICE
First off, you are using a surround sound receiver which is great for multi-channel video and music, but it limits the 2 channel Hi-Fi sound that you can get from a decent 2 channel system. I would recommend that you use that fund to invest in a 2... 
Restored Marantz 2275 or Vincent Audio SV-237?
I will check in to that. Thank for the replies!! 
Restored Marantz 2275 or Vincent Audio SV-237?
I'm possibly thinking about selling my Marantz 2275 as well, but I'm concern about the repair-ability of the Vincent SV-237. There is no internet information for repair service in the U.S. or at least the service manual or schematic for the Vincen... 
Restored Marantz 2275 or Vincent Audio SV 237MK
Lak3, Thank you for your respond! This is what make Audiogon Forum informative and valuable. I have bought the Vincent SV237 todayand keeping the Marantz as well! You can never have too many amps, right!!