willcycle

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Power adapter/supply for Mirage LFX-3 crossover
I think the reason for the 2V discrepancy is once the transformer is loaded down the secondary voltage drops to near 16.  If you decide to go with a higher rated transformer it should be closer to 16V.  
I want to give away my Audio Research D-52
I would pay to have it shipped to me.  
Krell KBL Static in Right Channel
Most likely you have a bad solder joint in the unit.  
Mark Levinson 380S
On my unit if you turn the volume all the way down for any input the display indicates OFF (same is true when first turning it on).  Turning the volume up increases it.  If turning the volume up does not increase volume then you may have a softwar... 
Mark Levinson 380S
Have you tried just turning up the volume?  
testing a crossover
The correct formula for two resistors in parallel is Rt = r1 X r2 /(r1+r2) 
Inexpensive Magnepan simple DIY modification to increase overall depth/sound clarity
I apologize if I came off a little harsh, but it does not make sense to spend money to fix a problem when eliminating the cause is so much more effective.  This is a little like getting a splinter and using all kinds of dressings and pads to minim... 
Inexpensive Magnepan simple DIY modification to increase overall depth/sound clarity
This mod is nonsense.  You want a free and far superior one - just bypass the cheap attenuator  block internally.  Very easy to do and obvious when you remove the back plate. 
Who does Krell KSA-150 rebuilds/recapping ??
My experience with Krell service was not good.  If you have older equipment pre Dan departure you are probably on your own. 
Help - Phono stages dying!!
I am not familiar with the design of the VPI Prime, but the problem seems more likely (than static discharge) to be some intermittent contact between the right channel ground and an AC hot chassis.  
FUSES, Finally!?
If you want to perform a free short term experiment to determine if fuses can make a difference, take a small piece of heavy gauge wire or metal and bridge the fuse holder.  Your equipment of course will not be protected during the test but the li... 
Wobbly XLR Connectors on Pass X250.8. What to do?
If they are Nuetrik connectors there is a hole in the center used for locking the connector to the shell.  Take a small flat blade screwdriver and turn it to the right about 90 degrees to lock. 
Mcintosh, Krell or Mark Lenvison Power amps
Another Krell vote from me.  I have a pair of KSA 250s powering my Divas.  Been happy with them for about 25 years now. 
Krell KBX crossover.
If your using an active crossover I assume you would just bypass the passive. 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
I recapped my 380S a couple of years ago.  Not too difficult a job.  It is a wonderful classic piece.