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Old 3rd Nov 2021, 11:34 am   #10
Phantomrose1999
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Default Re: Grundig TK27 - Low audio output

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Originally Posted by DMcMahon View Post
Modern capacitors/electrolytics are generally smaller, I would think yours are OK. Yes some of the modern can capacitors are similar size to vintage parts, I wonder if this is done for cosmetic size compatibility.

My mains transformer secondary output to the old Westinghouse EC 401 bridge rectifier is 232VAC.

David
David, i am getting 202v AC input to the rectifier, i think this is the primary problem. the unit is set correctly for 240 volts.
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