Thanks for the tips.
Experience on replacing capacitors of SS preamp?
I have done replacing blown resistors from a tube amp before, but not capacitors.
Replacing capacitors would be as easy as replacing resistors?
I will have an old SS AR preamp which is over 20 years old, and am thinking about replacing all caps by myself, but I'd like to hear any caution or tips of doing the job.
thx
Replacing capacitors would be as easy as replacing resistors?
I will have an old SS AR preamp which is over 20 years old, and am thinking about replacing all caps by myself, but I'd like to hear any caution or tips of doing the job.
thx
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The preamp is AR LS3. The schematic is available on line. https://www.vintageshifi.com/repertoire-pdf/pdf/telecharge.php?pdf=Audio-Research-LS3-LS3B-Schematic... There are 32 capicators. All of them need to be changed? |
First, the preamp is old, second there is an audible hum even at the lowest volume. Also, I’ve read many glorious stories of old preamps sounding much better after recaps, so I want to give a try by myself. There are only 4 caps with + signs, so replacing 4 would be relatively simple, I hope. Is Nichicon a good brand? Any other recommendations for hifi audio grade capacitors? thx |