Yamaha A520

[east electronics]

Here is something interesting.

Yamaha A520 involves a classic RF Toko style transformer somewhere in the feedback and the bias Even though these transformers are adjustable nothing is written in the service manual about the procedure or the need of adjustment

Any bode cares to take a quick look at the schematic and explain ?
here is a snapshot of the detail and the complete schematic

Yamaha A-520 - Manual - Stereo Integrated Amplifier - HiFi Engine

 

[east electronics]

WTF anyone ?

 

[XEAGLEKEEPER]

Try the " Idle current" adjustment procedure..Its clearly printed in the manual of HFE.

 

[wahab]

That s a two pole compensation, the inductance role is more than doubtfull, all it does it to keep the common point of the drivers emitter Resistance from being HF coupled to the output while it allow DC coupling..

I wonder if Yamaha didnt use this circuitry to mislead some eventual plagiarism, anyway if it work without oscillating there s nothing to trimm...

 

[xrk971]

It reminds me of a filter in speakers to accomplish a mid frequency shelving function with added lift in the treble. So applying this in the feedback loop would allow one to shape the amp's frequency response to enhance bass and treble. A smile function sort of.

 

[neptunes4you]

Hi fellas!

I am wondering if any of you folks can tell me something about this amplifier. I can buy a unit in perfect cosmetic condition, but faulty right channel (makes a weird buzzing sound when it plays music) for $25. What can i expect from this amplifier? How can you describe it's sound signature?