Hi,

I'm sorry if this is the wrong section, the 1604vlz by Mackie is not new but probably not vintage yet but as its discontinued, I was hoping this would be an appropriate place for this post.

I left a 1604 on overnight and the next morning found that it had shut down by itself and will not power up now. I suspect overheating (the room was very warm when I came in in the morning).

I have checked the fuse and it is still good.

Could anyone advise me on a possible fault and any possible DIY fixes?

Thank you for your time.

ken

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You've checked the obvious: checking the mains supply, and using a different power cord? I doubt that your room reached temperatures that would be detrimental to the Mackie, unless you left it in the sun or some similar condition.

Prior to this, have you had problems?

Unless you know what you are doing, forget about the DIY approach. Take it to a qualified technician.

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You've checked the obvious: checking the mains supply, and using a different power cord?

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Yup.

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I doubt that your room reached temperatures that would be detrimental to the Mackie

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That's what I thought and the manual says it can easily be left on for days on end.

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Prior to this, have you had problems?

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I don't use it very often nor intensively but I've never had any issues.

Thanks for your time and reply.

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Hi Tui,

Well there can't be too many reasons why its gone down and I suspect its down to the power supply somehow but I was really after confirmation from someone who may have had this happen to them and what steps they took to resolve the problem. If its a quick, easy fix, I would prefer to do it myself.

Thanks for your time and reply.

ken

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Ken,

When you say you checked the fuse, I take it you checked the fuse in the 3 pin plug as well as the mixer's internal fuse?

Mike.

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...as well as the mixer's internal fuse?

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Non. . Is this the same type as the one from the plug (i.e. Slo Blo???). Is it user serviceable?

Thanks Mike.

ken

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The internal fuse is rated at just 0.5 amps.

DISCONNECT THE MACKIE FROM THE MAINS BEFORE OPENING THE FUSE DRAWER.

The fuse drawer is just below where the power chord plugs into the desk.

You can test the fuse using a fluke (multimeter).

If you need to replace it, use a 0.5A (500mA) SLO BLO 5x20mm fuse.

NOTE: THIS FUSE RATING ONLY APPLIES TO 240V MACKIE MIXERS.

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The internal fuse is rated at just 0.5 amps.

DISCONNECT THE MACKIE FROM THE MAINS BEFORE OPENING THE FUSE DRAWER.

The fuse drawer is just below where the power chord plugs into the desk.

You can test the fuse using a fluke (multimeter).

If you need to replace it, use a 0.5A (500mA) SLO BLO 5x20mm fuse.

NOTE: THIS FUSE RATING ONLY APPLIES TO 240V MACKIE MIXERS.

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Sorry Mike, I should have been more clear. that is the fuse I checked. Where is the other one located?

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Ken,

If you have checked the fuse in the 3 pin plug and also the 0.5A fuse within the unit, then you have checked both fuses.

There are no other user servicable parts with this desk, to my knowledge.

COntact Loud Technologies, who are the authorized Technical Support people for Mackie in the UK.

[Email] euservice@loudtechinc.com

Mike... Ken is in South Africa.

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Mike... Ken is in South Africa.

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My location clearly states The Orient. Or is this a veiled reference to an earlier posting of mine?

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COntact Loud Technologies, who are the authorized Technical Support people for Mackie in the UK.

[Email] euservice@loudtechinc.com

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Thanks! I did! I got their details from the Mackie website. I found a soemone who will service it not to far from me (Essex, because I live in East London ). I thought perhaps I could do it myself.

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There seem to be a lot of you guys out there who think that "servicing" an amp is a DIY job for someone with zero electronic skills.
Firstly, in 100% of cases, if an amp stops running it is not a case of servicing, but repairing something, even if that something IS only a fuse that has blown.
Fuses blow for a reason. They are in the circuit expressly to stop a localised failure taking out the whole shebang.
If you know nothing about electonics (as opposed to being able to change a fuse or fit a plug) you really should leave it to a pro.
This is dangerous stuff, folks.

And once again I will reiterate what I have said many times on here. Non-valve audio has no need of regular servicing, despite anything you are told by so-called engineers.

There isn`t usually anything inside the box that is going to wear out and need replacing automatically.

The only way you can be sure that a part needs replacing in electronics is when that part dies.

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Changing the internal fuse on a Mackie 1604 VLZ PRO is a simple task that should be within the capabilities of most people who have even a modest level of technical knowledge.

If a mixer seems dead, then I would definately suggest checking the fuse before calling in the professionals, remembering to disconnect the mixer from the mains supply.

In fact, that's what it tells you to do in the manual.

http://www.mackie.com/pdf/1604vlzpro_om.pdf

If you replace the fuse and it blows again, then as Ivan says, call in the pros.

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Mince alors! I'm not completely inept thank you!

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Firstly, in 100% of cases, if an amp stops running it is not a case of servicing, but repairing something, even if that something IS only a fuse that has blown.

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Yes. That's what I want to do.

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The only way you can be sure that a part needs replacing in electronics is when that part dies.

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Agreed. In my case its most likely the power supply and it shouldn't be rocket science to replace.

I hope you can appreciate that I don't want to ask someone else to repair it when the job is likely to cost half what we paid for the unit in the first place.

Thanks for your input.

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I guess the point is, if you are technically competent, you might be able to save a few £s by repairing it yourself. However, should there be the slightest doubt that you might not fully understand all relevant issues to do with mains wiring and grounding, you might in the end pay for any errors not with £s, but with a few decades of your life span.

Well, sorry to dissappoint the nay sayers but have managed to pinpoint the problem down to the transformer and not the circuit board. Sure it took me while but I've saved money by doing it myself wiht a little common sense (and a little help from my friends!).

Anyway, its probably the thermal cutoffs and so I'll need to replace the entire transformer as they aren't accessible.

Its made by BILLION and its part number appears to be 600-006-01. I've been googling but this company doesn't seem to come up. Could anyone help?

Thanks for your time.

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Do you really think anybody here is going to be stupid enough to give you "advice" about how to mess around with the mains wiring of your gear? It's bad enough that you insist on behaving irresponsibly, considering that you obviously lack training and qualifications in servicing electronic equipment.

Ken,

I have followed your plight with interest. Your ability to track down the component in question shows your competence is greater than we initially suspected.

You can send Billion an email, to find out if a replacement transformer is available (make sure the health and safety police aren't watching ):

sales@billion.com

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Do you really think anybody here is going to be stupid enough to give you "advice" about how to mess around with the mains wiring of your gear?

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I never asked for that. If you're not going to be helpful, probably best you refrain from posting replies. You certainly bring nothing to this thread and I don't appreciate your tone.

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Thanks for the email address Mike.

FYI, I won't be replacing the transformer myself. Contrary to whatever others may think, I do know my limitations.

Thank you all for warning me of the potential hazards and any help you've offered me.

Much appreciated,

ken

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Ken,

I have followed your plight with interest. Your ability to track down the component in question shows your competence is greater than we initially suspected.

You can send Billion an email, to find out if a replacement transformer is available (make sure the health and safety police aren't watching ):

sales@billion.com

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I was wrong. Somebody was stupid enough.

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Do you really think anybody here is going to be stupid enough to give you "advice" about how to mess around with the mains wiring of your gear?

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I never asked for that. If you're not going to be helpful, probably best you refrain from posting replies. You certainly bring nothing to this thread and I don't appreciate your tone.

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Do you have any idea that SOS could be held liable for publishing "advice" that might be a risk to public safety? Obviously not.

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I never asked for that. If you're not going to be helpful, probably best you refrain from posting replies. You certainly bring nothing to this thread and I don't appreciate your tone.

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Do you have any idea that SOS could be held liable for publishing "advice" that might be a risk to public safety? Obviously not.

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Is that so? Guess you haven't read their disclaimers:

YOU remain personally responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold harmless SOS Publications Limited and Infopop Corporation (the makers of UBB.threads forum software), and their agents with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s).
We do not vouch for or warrant the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any message, and are not responsible for the contents of any message. The messages express the views of the author of the message, not necessarily the views of SOS Publications or any entity associated with the SOS Forum.

However the rules do state that you shouldn't insult other people. Like calling them 'stupid' for instance.

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A little while ago, we had a thread about grounding that was far less contentious than this one. It was locked by the mods, and rightly so.

How would you describe the act of giving potentially dangerous advice to complete strangers, over the net no less?

Good luck Ken.

Tui, I would never encourage anyone to service or repair electrical equipment containing lethal voltages unless they have demonstated the necessary competence.

I think my previous posts reflect this.

I can't remember the last time anyone called me "stupid", but I am certainly not going to rise to it on this occasion.

Ken, establish whether a replacement transformer is available then send me a PM - don't try and fix it yourself.

Mike.

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Tui, I would never encourage anyone to service or repair electrical equipment containing lethal voltages unless they have demonstated the necessary competence.

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You contradict yourself, since you have done just that.

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I have no interest in insulting you, or anybody else.

get a life tui

Well, Billion don't have it in stock but said they can source one for $60 including air freight - that is, assuming its all down to the transformer.

I must admit I'm rather exasperated at the prospect of losing this mixer over such a trivial issue .

Unfortunately, it appears that repairing it will end up costing more than its worth.

So I was wondering what I could do with it? eBay for parts? Any suggestions?

Thanks

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$60 seems a reasonable cost to me - a new mixer would set you back a fair bit more than that. The only other alternative would be to find a faulty mixer with a good transformer and make one good mixer out of two faulty ones.

Cheers

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Hi James,

Thanks for the advice. As I said, I won't be replacing the transformer myself so will also need to add manual labour to that cost. I can see it escalating rapidly.

I will look into sourcing a faulty mixer and gutting it.

Thanks again,

ken

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I came on this thread late but I find it amazing that something as simple as replacing a faulty power supply transformer should be considered an issue of public safety or a source of controversy. For crying out loud, I built my first mains-powered radio kit at age 10 and no one made a fuss about it. Ham radio operators and high school science fair contestants do it every day. What's the big deal about unsoldering a couple of wires, swapping the new transformer for the old, and redoing the solder connections? We're talking basic electronics skills, not nuclear reactor engineering. I'd certainly check the old transformer output with a multimeter to make sure that's really the problem before spending the money for a new one but aside from that, replacing it is really not any more of an arcane safety issue nor technically more complex than soldering an XLR connector to a mic cable. Why the paranoia?

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What's the big deal about unsoldering a couple of wires, swapping the new transformer for the old, and redoing the solder connections? We're talking basic electronics skills, not nuclear reactor engineering.

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Thank you.

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I'd certainly check the old transformer output with a multimeter to make sure that's really the problem

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Done did this. Thanks. It is the transformer.

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replacing it is really not any more of an arcane safety issue nor technically more complex than soldering an XLR connector to a mic cable. Why the paranoia?

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I'm not sure and on a pro audio forum, it baffles me. I was very grateful for the warnings but hadn't anticipated the trolling.

FWIW, I make my own cables and I'm not looking to re-invent the wheel. Just dismantle, repair, and re assemble, switch on and get on with it.

Thanks for your input on the matter.

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Well, that's great. So everybody with a soldering iron and a screwdriver can come here and get free advice for how to fix the mains wiring of their gear. I just needed to know that. Strange though, that a thread about grounding was considered potentially too confusing and harmful to run on this forum.

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Well, that's great. So everybody with a soldering iron and a screwdriver can come here and get free advice for how to fix the mains wiring of their gear. I just needed to know that.

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Glad you've been enlightened.

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Well, that's great. So everybody with a soldering iron and a screwdriver can come here and get free advice for how to fix the mains wiring of their gear. I just needed to know that. Strange though, that a thread about grounding was considered potentially too confusing and harmful to run on this forum.

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It's not like we were talking about re-engineering the device or cooking up some cockamamie modification. It's simply swapping out a faulty component and replacing it with an identical good one, using common sense and a few basic electronics skills. It requires care and paying attention to what you're doing but it isn't some exotic procedure that requires years of specialized training. If you were an engineer at a radio station or recording studio faced with a down audio desk in one of the studios due to a faulty transformer and you told the station manager you'd have to send it out for repair you'd be laughed out of the office.

I do agree with your surprise over the grounding issue thread - I don't recall the thread so can't speak to it - but I reiterate that the safety issues and skills being discussed are no different from those of every kid that ever built a ham radio station or put together a Heathkit audio amplifier or TV set (back in the day when Heath was in business).

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Well, that's great. So everybody with a soldering iron and a screwdriver can come here and get free advice for how to fix the mains wiring of their gear. I just needed to know that. Strange though, that a thread about grounding was considered potentially too confusing and harmful to run on this forum.

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It's not like we were talking about re-engineering the device or cooking up some cockamamie modification. It's simply swapping out a faulty component and replacing it with an identical good one, using common sense and a few basic electronics skills. It requires care and paying attention to what you're doing but it isn't some exotic procedure that requires years of specialized training. If you were an engineer at a radio station or recording studio faced with a down audio desk in one of the studios due to a faulty transformer and you told the station manager you'd have to send it out for repair you'd be laughed out of the office.

I do agree with your surprise over the grounding issue thread - I don't recall the thread so can't speak to it - but I reiterate that the safety issues and skills being discussed are no different from those of every kid that ever built a ham radio station or put together a Heathkit audio amplifier or TV set (back in the day when Heath was in business).

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I can only speak for myself, but I find it bizarre to discuss the details of replacing a mains transformer on a "Music Recording Technology" forum. Or is this also a electronics DIY forum?

To be clear, I usually make my own analogue cables, and I know how to solder. Big deal. But I find it irresponsible to trade tips about changing a transformer over the net with someone - the OP - who is clearly not versed or qualified in this field, for otherwise he wouldn't be asking so many questions. A replacement transformer might look very different from the original, it might follow a different design with different contact points for the mains and grounding leads. Replacing the transformer might require the full training of a qualified engineer. We don't know for sure, do we.

Why don't we stick to discussing the sort of wiring that hasn't got the potential to blow up in your face? When one of the mods (Hugh?) locked the grounding thread, I was half disappointed because I would have liked to learn more about it. At the same time, I realised that this forum isn't the place to get into specifics about it. There is a real possibility that someone might start to experiment with what they've read here, and make a terrible mistake. I commend the mod(s) for locking the thread.

As they say, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.

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I can only speak for myself, but I find it bizarre to discuss the details of replacing a mains transformer on a "Music Recording Technology" forum. Or is this also a electronics DIY forum?

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Yes. You only speak for yourself. And its a little tired now. I've asked you previously to refrain from posting on this thread if you have nothing useful to add.

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Why don't we stick to discussing the sort of wiring that hasn't got the potential to blow up in your face? When one of the mods (Hugh?) locked the grounding thread, I was half disappointed because I would have liked to learn more about it. At the same time, I realised that this forum isn't the place to get into specifics about it. There is a real possibility that someone might start to experiment with what they've read here, and make a terrible mistake. I commend the mod(s) for locking the thread.

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In case you hadn't noticed, a moderator has contributed to this thread. And positively, I might add.

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As they say, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.

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Man, you really gotta lay off them Thai sticks.

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I came on this thread late but I find it amazing that something as simple as replacing a faulty power supply transformer should be considered an issue of public safety or a source of controversy.

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This is mainly down to the fact that most members of this forum wouldn't know one end of a mains transformer from the other. In this day and age where safety conciousness is paramount, any responsible person giving advice on a forum like this has to make readers aware that modifying mains powered gear should only be undertaken by those with suitable knowledge.

When I learned electronics, basic power supply design was one of the first things I learned about. I suspect many others learned electronics in a similar way. I would therefore assume that someone having to ask about power supply design doesn't have a great deal of electronics knowledge.

We're not living in the mid 20th century where the odd electric shock was considered normal - in the 21st century giving advice that could lead to an electric shock could lead to severe repercussions. That's why people are more careful now (in public).

Cheers

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Thanks for the clarification, James.

Needless to say, I don't appreciate being heckled for expressing my genuine concern about potentially lethal DIY ventures. As I said before, a replacement transformer might have different specs and follow a different design. Simply imitating the connectivity might not be appropriate.

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Thanks for the clarification, James.

Needless to say, I don't appreciate being heckled for expressing my genuine concern about potentially lethal DIY ventures. As I said before, a replacement transformer might have different specs and follow a different design. Simply imitating the connectivity might not be appropriate.

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Totally legitimate concern Tui. And I support you on the sentiment. I think the problem is more down to the fact that many here find you brusque, rude and a little "running hot and cold" - one day your cordial, the next you're just.... well .....i'll leave that one.

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Thanks for the clarification, James.

Needless to say, I don't appreciate being heckled for expressing my genuine concern about potentially lethal DIY ventures. As I said before, a replacement transformer might have different specs and follow a different design. Simply imitating the connectivity might not be appropriate.

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All points duly noted... yet again.

You might consider that its not what you say but how you say it. There's no harm in maintaining a modicum of civility.

ken

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a modicum of civility.

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I should hope this also extends to the person who mentioned "Thai sticks".

Bloody hell, put your handbags away you two!

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a modicum of civility.

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I should hope this also extends to the person who mentioned "Thai sticks".

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Interesting. Are you now some kind of spokesperson for "many here"?

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Take a vote on it if you like.

Troll.

Seconded, narcoman.

Still not sure 2 of us count as 'many' though

Its not what you say, its the way you say it - Tui, you come across with all of the tact and conversational richness of a brick.

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You are not serious, are you? If you are, you can shove it. Who do you actually think you are?

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Its not what you say, its the way you say it - Tui, you come across with all of the tact and conversational richness of a brick.

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Is that right? I'm sorry if I offended your sensibilities.

Can I just say, to the mods, that I'm pretty much sick of the personal attacks. If people can't stick to discussing "Music Recording Technology" (remember, that's the theme for this forum), they should perhaps find a different hobby.

my point exactly Tui. Your personal attacks on people and your "holier than thou" attitude are offensive and frankly rude. I HAVE had enough of you - I've defended your right to your opinion in the past - but your just a very rude individual. I really wish you weren't on this site - but you are. I'll just ignore you in future. Look for trouble elsewhere.

Your delusions now extend to asking the moderators for assistance. Well, I'll stop short of that. Many people here have already read your trouble making posts. Grow up or go away.


As for hobby - some of us, in fact generally the ones you insult, are professionals in the business.

Right - me and you don't get on. CLearly. We'll leave it at that.

Oh - and by way of example.

Read my post above where I supported your response to the "electrical shock" issues. Then look at the only thing you responded to...

Your firecracker responses are tiresome - some of us give up professional time to help others around here. Heck - some of us even give some of he students work experience or project paid jobs... So the next time you get fired up and demand "who are you" consider that some of us PUT MONEY and TIME into helping people with music related issues. Condescension is vitriol..... and the playspace of sad little men who "won't be told "..... so pack it in.


Please.

Ok Gents, pants down

What is the matter with some of the people here? Haven't you got anything constructive to do? I've just come home, after playing two gigs in one night, and I've had a fantastic time. Everybody was friendly and complementary. And then, just to wind down for a little while before going to sleep, I log on here and have to read all this crap? What is this, group therapy?

I started posting on this thread because it seemed irresponsible to give incomplete and potentially misleading advice about replacing a transformer over the net to someone. I stand by that. I was genuinely concerned, that's all. The OP can thank me later for my concern - yeah, I know, I'm not going to hold my breath. I seem to have stumbled across a bunch of angry people who can't see the woods for the trees.

Narco, the only person trolling here is you right now. If you go back to the beginning of this thread and read my posts, you'll notice that I initially, very gently, tried to steer the OP away from starting a potently harmful DIY job. I know he's trying to save money, and that's cool, however I think one's mains transformers are the wrong place to start saving money - unless you know exactly what you're doing. The OP clearly does not - that's not an insult, but a simple observation. Encouraging him to fiddle around with the insides of his gear seems wrong to me. I've said so several times, and I'll say it again. If you don't like it, then I can't help you.

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What is the matter with some of the people here? Haven't you got anything constructive to do? I've just come home, after playing two gigs in one night, and I've had a fantastic time. Everybody was friendly and complementary. And then, just to wind down for a little while before going to sleep, I log on here and have to read all this crap? What is this, group therapy?

I started posting on this thread because it seemed irresponsible to give incomplete and potentially misleading advice about replacing a transformer over the net to someone. I stand by that. I was genuinely concerned, that's all. The OP can thank me later for my concern - yeah, I know, I'm not going to hold my breath. I seem to have stumbled across a bunch of angry people who can't see the woods for the trees.

Narco, the only person trolling here is you right now. If you go back to the beginning of this thread and read my posts, you'll notice that I initially, very gently, tried to steer the OP away from starting a potently harmful DIY job. I know he's trying to save money, and that's cool, however I think one's mains transformers are the wrong place to start saving money - unless you know exactly what you're doing. The OP clearly does not - that's not an insult, but a simple observation. Encouraging him to fiddle around with the insides of his gear seems wrong to me. I've said so several times, and I'll say it again. If you don't like it, then I can't help you.

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When you're in a hole....

Unfortunately when it is one against the World usually it is the one that is out to lunch.

Even though your initial concern and overall suggestions regarding safety are accurate and considerate you completely lack the ability to communicate them in any manner other than that you are the greatest and everybody should bow to your feet, arguing or getting upset at your tone is unacceptable and inspires debate from you.

I am going to stand up for Narcoman here as he has always been nothing but overly helpful and absolutely considerate to me and everybody else. If he gets a little pushy or short it is because the other person deserves it. Narcoman is definitely not trolling, and never is. Seeing that he is asked for in thread titles to help clarify stuff while your expertise is never sought, only further strengthens his point.

The OP seemed to understand his abilities and knew how far to take them. A simple reminder to him and everyone else reading the post about how dangerous it could be was all that was needed, nothing more.

But to all of a sudden get your panties in a bunch because a few people chose to challenge or disregard to what extent the OP should follow your instructions seems a little immature and quite frankly out of place.

I am no expert and am only providing an outside opinion late in this thread as to how I perceive the posts.

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The OP seemed to understand his abilities and knew how far to take them. A simple reminder to him and everyone else reading the post about how dangerous it could be was all that was needed, nothing more.

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You are plain wrong. Earlier on, James stated: "I would therefore assume that someone having to ask about power supply design doesn't have a great deal of electronics knowledge."

That's not the sort of person you give a "simple reminder" to. It's the sort of person you tell to take his gear to an electronics repair shop.

Besides... Who are you? Since you say you are "no expert", what makes you think I want or need your advice about what I should, or shouldn't post? The last time I checked, it was Ian's prerogative to make the rules.

I'll just keep my opinion on the above to myself and get back to the topic.

Hi Ken

If you're going to get someone to fit the transformer it may be worth speaking to them before you order one from the US they may be able to source one cheaper.

Hope it works out

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You are plain wrong. Earlier on, James stated: " I would therefore assume that someone having to ask about power supply design doesn't have a great deal of electronics knowledge."

That's not the sort of person you give a "simple reminder" to. It's the sort of person you tell to take his gear to an electronics repair shop.

Besides... Who are you? Since you say you are "no expert", what makes you think I want or need your "advice" about what I should, or shouldn't post? The last time I checked, it was Ian's prerogative to make the rules.

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James says "assumes" that is the key word there.

Who I am is unimportant, and only stated that I am no expert so as not to be considered trolling, like you.

You do not want anybodies opinion unless it makes you look good or agrees with you, however sometimes you don't even want an opinion that agrees with you as earlier you cussed out Narcoman for simply agreeing with you.

It is obvious that you are no expert, the fact that you cannot publicly admit only makes you appear to be someone who has not achieved what they think they should and are here only to make themselves feel better by appearing to be someone who IS an expert. Your insecurity is blatantly obvious in every post. Get over the fact that others here are smarter than you, more experienced than you and obviously much more mature than you.

It takes a big man to accept criticism, unfortunately we have found out where you fall.

Continue fighting the world and believing that everyone else is wrong. Only until you look at yourself in the mirror and accept your shortcomings will you become anywhere near what you think of yourself.

Happy trolling Tui!

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Anto mo Ninja, Watashi mo Ninja

This is some madhouse... Kind of entertaining though. I wonder who'll show up next - Donald Duck?

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This is some madhouse... Kind of entertaining though. I wonder who'll show up next - Donald Duck?

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Sorry they took my straight jacket off last week so that madhouse reference isn't quite accurate anymore ;-)

Actually I saw Micky heading this way not too long ago, he said him and daffy were coming to join me on the rides...

Sorry Ken, I hate to litter your thread with meaningless jibberish. I will remember to avoid Tui in the future. Not much good talking to someone that only wants to hear themselves....

OK, nite everyone, going to bed. Have fun while I'm away, don't overdo it - just don't do anything I wouldn't do. You know what I mean. I'll have a look-in again tomorrow. (I'll probably dream of giant killer transformers).

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What is the matter with some of the people here? Haven't you got anything constructive to do? I've just come home, after playing two gigs in one night, and I've had a fantastic time. Everybody was friendly and complementary. And then, just to wind down for a little while before going to sleep, I log on here and have to read all this crap? What is this, group therapy?

I started posting on this thread because it seemed irresponsible to give incomplete and potentially misleading advice about replacing a transformer over the net to someone. I stand by that. I was genuinely concerned, that's all. The OP can thank me later for my concern - yeah, I know, I'm not going to hold my breath. I seem to have stumbled across a bunch of angry people who can't see the woods for the trees.

Narco, the only person trolling here is you right now. If you go back to the beginning of this thread and read my posts, you'll notice that I initially, very gently, tried to steer the OP away from starting a potently harmful DIY job. I know he's trying to save money, and that's cool, however I think one's mains transformers are the wrong place to start saving money - unless you know exactly what you're doing. The OP clearly does not - that's not an insult, but a simple observation. Encouraging him to fiddle around with the insides of his gear seems wrong to me. I've said so several times, and I'll say it again. If you don't like it, then I can't help you.

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Glad you had a great gig.

However in here - once again you fail to connect your dots. I SUPPORTED your message to the original poster. This isn't about that. This is about your continual movement wind people up. Hence the "trolling" comment. Okay - perhaps a bit strong - but you should re-read your own posts. Now you're telling us (or perhaps just me) "what's wrong with you lot" - it hasn't once crossed your mind in the number of crossed word encounters you have in here (and you're pretty much the only one by the way) that it might be something with your conduct in here and not the many others? This has been going on with you for a couple of years now....

Right - done. This is very dull. No matter how many times I commend your comments on the truth (your right on with the electrics thing) you seek trouble. In person, you may be a great guy. You may have fab friends - heck - me and you might even get on. But in these forums - you "act up" plenty.

Okay - moving on.....

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I was genuinely concerned, that's all. The OP can thank me later for my concern - yeah, I know, I'm not going to hold my breath.

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Thanks for your time and reply.

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Thank you all for warning me of the potential hazards and any help you've offered me.

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So I did take your warnings to heed and thanked you for it. Why you couldn't leave it alone is beyond me. And now everyone wants to voice their opinion on what is after all, a trite matter.

Its quite embarrassing to have started a thread that has degenerated into exchanges of bile.

Please stop posting and I will do likewise. I have pinpointed the component that needs replacing in my mixer and so there's no more point to this thread.

Thank you.

ken

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I came on this thread late but I find it amazing that something as simple as replacing a faulty power supply transformer should be considered an issue of public safety or a source of controversy. For crying out loud, I built my first mains-powered radio kit at age 10 and no one made a fuss about it. Ham radio operators and high school science fair contestants do it every day. What's the big deal about unsoldering a couple of wires, swapping the new transformer for the old, and redoing the solder connections? We're talking basic electronics skills, not nuclear reactor engineering. I'd certainly check the old transformer output with a multimeter to make sure that's really the problem before spending the money for a new one but aside from that, replacing it is really not any more of an arcane safety issue nor technically more complex than soldering an XLR connector to a mic cable. Why the paranoia?

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I was also making my own electronic projects at an early age, and look at me ?

Tony.

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Thank you all for warning me of the potential hazards and any help you've offered me.

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Sorry, I missed that bit. Anyway, good luck with the repairs.

I have just tried changing my internal fuse on my Mackie.
I think i may have done something wrong,because i have just woken up on the other side of the room.

Tee hee!
veddy funny!

Worst I ever did to myself was lean on some large undischarged coupling caps on a valve amp.
I was cleaning a desoldering pump at the time and the shock pushed my hand forward & rammed the metal rod inside the solder sucker right through the top of my thumb.
Amazingly, no scar or anything left.

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Me? But I`m such a loveable old bugger!

Ouch!!