Hey guys,
It's been a while, only because I haven't had any problems to report with either of my amps until now. The Dynakit ST-70 has been going strong, but I've been using my MA 6100 more since it has an integrated volume control (and I don't have a preamp built to use with the ST-70 yet).
However, a few days ago, the McIntosh started making some scratching sounds on startup and shutdown. Also, the background hum has increased tremendously. After getting out the 'scope and seeing about .1V of ripple at 120Hz across the capacitors, I am guessing the two big 9300µF 50V capacitors are going. It looks like it will be $30-$40 to replace them, depending on quality and ratings.
Which of these two will be better?
Digi-Key - 565-3324-ND (Manufacturer - E36D500LPN273TC79M)
or...
Digi-Key - 565-3329-ND (Manufacturer - E36D630HPN223MC67M)
Thanks!
Kyle
It's been a while, only because I haven't had any problems to report with either of my amps until now. The Dynakit ST-70 has been going strong, but I've been using my MA 6100 more since it has an integrated volume control (and I don't have a preamp built to use with the ST-70 yet).
However, a few days ago, the McIntosh started making some scratching sounds on startup and shutdown. Also, the background hum has increased tremendously. After getting out the 'scope and seeing about .1V of ripple at 120Hz across the capacitors, I am guessing the two big 9300µF 50V capacitors are going. It looks like it will be $30-$40 to replace them, depending on quality and ratings.
Which of these two will be better?
Digi-Key - 565-3324-ND (Manufacturer - E36D500LPN273TC79M)
or...
Digi-Key - 565-3329-ND (Manufacturer - E36D630HPN223MC67M)
Thanks!
Kyle