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I have a serviced C-1. All electrolytic and ceramic caps replaced. All switches and pots cleaned. I have also added -12dB attenuation as outlined in the back of both the owners and service manuals. Top cover painted. Knobs painted. PM if interested.

Welcome @KoolCaT! The TFM-45 and C-1 will make an awesome combination. Also, @dennismiller55does fantastic refurb. work!

Hi All... I'm a new Carver guy with the purchase of a TFM 45 clean and ready for a pre amp. (using a sansui to fill in for now). C1 I'm leaning toward but would appreciate any suggestions. Running a RP 3 with bronze stylis and new Revel Concerta 2 F35's. Now gonna check out this Carver site... Cheers !! '

Thanks all … 🤗 … Sounds perfect ...ill message you about it when I have more message capabilities.

Before I welcome you I first apologize to my fellow members, lol. Sorry people, It's my fault. LMAO. But seriously, KoolCat is a very good friend of mine that is new to Carver gear with a just purchased TFM-45. Not a tech, just a good guy in the initial stages of OCCD. Welcome brother.

Baby steps my friend. A C-1 or C11 with refresh is the first step. As I know you like your vinyl, both have a great phono section.

yes, this is possible. It adds to the expense of the C-1 and is labor intensive to do but it can be done. There are a few on the site that have these.

cool ...now 2 find one with remote...

Welcome to the site! That is a good choice , and popular choice for a preamp. They are quiet, have some mods to make them quieter and sound excellent. One of those refurbished would sound great! Enjoy the new site and if you have questions, ask away.......grin

Welcome KoolCat! Sea is selling our beloved Wayne's gear and there are some beautiful pre's in there. I have and love my C-1 but agree that a remote would make it just that much better.

Welcome @KoolCaT- awesome way to get into the world of Carver. The C1 is a very flexible and up-gradable preamp. As others have noted, it can be adapted to take a remote volume control. I begged one of the tech's here into that for mine, but it is a bit of a daunting task to do well/right. The electronic part is not so bad, but the physical mods require precision, and more talent than I can muster. That said, I truly appreciate having it. In the mean time, don't forget to enjoy the music! 🎼

You should be good to go.

Welcome KoolCat! Kick back and enjoy the music and the comradery.

I'm sure @dennismiller55 could mod for remote...just ask . Also, it appears @loner_t has a C-1 already modified for remote for sale.

still finding way around

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When the original series was on I was glued to the tv and found it utterly fascinating. Really dug the revival series as well. Got a light?

Welcome @KoolCaT ! We're glad you found us!

Hello KoolKat, and welcome to thecarversite.com. We're glad you're hear. There is a lot of information here, much technical know how, and a pretty good bunch of folks that are happy to help. @dennismiller55 can add a remote, @loner_t has a remote modded C-1 for sale, and there are several other techs on site that can hook you up. The remote mod isn't cheap, but in my (lazy-a$$ed) opinion, worth every penny. The BillD mod is worth every penny too. Please consider uploading some pics of your gear in the Members Systems area. We all like pics of all kinds of audio gear. In the meantime, kick your shoes off, turn up the music, and welcome aboard. John, you know full well there is no cure for OCCD. You can only treat the symptoms. It's almost like it's a designer virus engineered by the US healthcare industry.