My marantz AV-9000 lost its sub-woofer channel. I was very happy with it for the four years I have use it. I tried several pre-processersors and receivers. Like a Yamaha 2400, B&K reference 50, etc. For one reaon or another I was not happy with their performance and/or remote and/or quality...
De-gaussing is a relatively simple procedure. But, if done incorrectly it could magnetize your CRT (Picture tube) beyond repair. There are tools (Large-Coil with a power cord) available to do this. The method is (remove watches and metal objects from your body)to turn the unit on several...
Based on your statements, I believe the CRT needs de-gaussing. The best surge protectors are based on silicon avalanche diode devices. They are very fast in the order of 2-nanoseconds. Your best protection is to use an APC (sine-wave) UPS with a Transtector surge protector. The...