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Voyager Volume Problem

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    Posted: 11 Apr 2013 at 1:12pm

Thanks for getting back to me Graham and for the info on what the problem might be.  The serial number is 0130-697 if that helps. Am I right in assuming that it’s repairable then?  If so is it just a matter of sending it off in the post?  Happy to phone and discuss if necessary.

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I did reply but it seems it didn't get through. Been busy trying to manage new workshop fitting out - great tradesmen this time around but asking lots more questions than I can answer - hoping to be back to posting soon.

DC offset can cause "pot scratch" but high frequency instability is the usual culprit and is why we fit compensation capacitors. If an older unit it may not have them because the design tested stable, but I'm now doing "belt and bracers" because the airwaves are so over modulated these days. If it does have comp caps one could fail but if on both channels two failed caps are highly unlikely. Is the input cable shielded? If you're unsure give us a call on 01909 568739 (+44 prefix outside UK)
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Remember that Graham does not build individual electronic components so he is dependent on the components he receives from his suppliers. I personally doubt the build quality has anything to do with it. Perhaps it does but I doubt it. It's probably simply a component failure, which is not GSP's fault as they have no control over the expected lifespan of the electronic components that they use. GSP HQ has plenty of electronic test equipment for identifying a fault on a PCB. It will simply be a sequence of elimination via test apparatus until they isolate the problem. Component replacement will solve the issue, I'm sure. No need to be too concerned and I'd imagine repair costs won't be too bad. Smile
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Maybe something as simple as a rogue dry joint, I say rogue because of the usual high build quality!
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Thanks for responding so quickly, much appreciated.  Like you, I'm hopeful that it can be fixed.
 
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Ken, I sure hope you get your Voyager fixed soon. It is a very nice sounding amp and it should not be any problem for Graham to correct the situation. Cheers!
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Graham will get back to you soon, because he cares a lot about his customers. Thumbs Up  He's been busy lately with the move of his headquarters so he has not been around here as much as he would like. Sit tight and he'll respond eventually. Smile

Sounds like some sort of component failure/fault perhaps, even if it's just one single component. I'm sure it is straightforward enough to fix, even if it involves one of Graham's guys taking a look at the PCB and replacing an electronic component. Smile
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