In this video we share our exact troubleshooting techniques we use every single day at the shop when a piece of stereo equipment comes in for repair or purchase. This video is broken up into chapters so you can get to the information you are needing quickly. Hope these troubleshooting tips help you figure out any issues you might be having trouble with.

If you have a troubleshooting tip that you think would benefit someone, please leave it in the comments! Share the knowledge! Thank you! Kevin

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00:00 Into
02:31 Receiver- speaker drop outs- static
06:58 Digital distortion pulse sound
07:38 Integrated Amplifier troubleshooting
11:26 Speaker test
12:28 Pre out - Main in
17:06 Check fuses
18:46 Multiple sets of speakers
18:41 Preamplifier and amplifier
21:45 Static, pop or hum regardless of volume position
22:34 Amplifier/receivers built in phono pre
25:30 Turntable- do this first
26:40 Turntable cable test
27:55 Turntable low rumble
30:07 Do I need a phono preamp?
31:29 Turntable speed
33:14 Reseat the headshell
35:15 Reverse turntable cables
35:54 Speaker test with battery
38:13 Final thoughts

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