Eric Fossen 5 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Hey everyone. I ended up at the Carver site after buying a M1.5t and C-1 combo for cheap. Prior to buying I had solely bought and worked on Pioneer, Sansui, and Marantz. It had been a slow week on the local sale site when that combo popped up. I knew nothing about Carver and when I googled the 1.5t and saw 350 watt/channel I thought it was a mistake. After a little more research I pulled the trigger. 1.5t was listed as having an occasional pop. I recapped with kit I believe Carver site member sells on epay. Also did his BillD upgrade to the C-1. I did something wrong with the C-1 upgrade and in trying to run down my mistake I was continually directed to this site as the place to be. Sooo I joined up. Instead of fixing the C-1, I ran it with a phono preamp as I couldn't bring myself to not listen to the system that was driving my JBL L150A's better than anything else I'd had to date. I've come into another C-1 that I've made the same mistake with. I'm guessing that will be something I address here sooner or later. Also picked up a M400a a couple of weeks ago for parts or repair that the owner was selling for someone. When he hooked it up, his woofers jumped and he freaked. Got it home, ran it with small test speakers. Works fine, ran all day, cool, no issues. Looks like today or tomorrow I'm going to come into a tfm 15 & 35 in trade for a Sansui 8080db. Addiction confirmed. I'm in the process of gifting or selling off my other receivers and amps. Happy to be running Carver and excited to learn more about the audio equipment that people either really love or really hate and you can get for a reasonable price as some people believe it is too much trouble to fix. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sk1Bum 9,860 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Hello Eric, 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. I see the OCCD is strong with you. 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadvw 2,802 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the site! You have a good start on some great Carver gear. I don't think you will be disappointed with the gear once it is refurbished. Kick off your shoes and enjoy the site......grin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis47 850 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 @Eric Fossen Glad you found us and WELCOME to the world of Carver. Congrats on your recently acquired Carver gear. Watch that OCCD...it can get out of hand; I know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blues Pwr 765 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the site, sounds like you got a great start on the Carver gear. What types of music do you enjoy listening to, bands/artists ? If you have questions about you're C1 upgrade, don't be shy about asking for repair advise, our techs are always eager to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingman 662 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the forum! You appear to have OCCD now so no use in fighting it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian_at_HHH 2,609 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome Eric! Nothing like diving in at the deep end! You clearly have it bad, or rather, good! There are plenty of very technically adept folks, here who (myself, excepted) can help out with your C1 problems, etc. So you are definitely in the right place. When you have a chance we'd love to see some pictures of your system, and I know the techs like open case pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie 16,429 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Greetings @Eric Fossen ! We're glad you found us; enjoy the ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnspy007 1,475 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the CS, Eric.... Enjoy your stay... you will meet a Great group of knowledgeable Individuals here.. Willing to help out and lend a hand in any way possible... Guaranteed to keep you ROCKIN' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenith4me 1,386 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the Carver site! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo 1,401 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the Carver Site @Eric Fossen! You definitely have a great start down the path to OCCD! Kick back, relaxe and enjoy your stay. There's a lot of very knowledgeable, helpful folks who hang out here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kve777 6,657 Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome to the insanity, Eric. Sounds like you are on your way to a large collection. If you like working on gear, I have a ton I'll never get to. PM me for some deals... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby1970 1,352 Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Welcome Eric! Share some of your musical taste in the "What Are You Listening To?" thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesMan57 1,306 Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Welcome to the forum Eric . Glad to have you on board........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtexasdog 2,363 Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Welcome Eric-Kick back, stay a while, and enjoy a group, of I sure you will find, of like minded folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMMH2O 30 Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 Welcome Eric from another Lakeville Carver owner. I bought my C4000 and M500 back in 1984, and recently had Nahash upgrade the amp. What a great investment! Now to get my C4000 off to Bonzaro for it's upgrade! All the other gear I have is good for theater listening, but when you want to hear great stereo, the Carver Sonic Holography adds so much depth. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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