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Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2

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I have been happily using a Premier 17LS2 together with an MV-60 in my system for the several years. Just recently I have started having a problem where I seem to have too much gain at any given volume setting. That is, even with the volume set relatively low on the volume display (�20�), the system is quite loud, and what used to be my normal listening levels (�40� to �50�, depending on the recording) is far too loud.

There have been no tube or other equipment changes made to my system in the past year.

I understand that the volume control in this unit is microprocessor controlled, and uses relays (I assume to control a resistor ladder that sets the attenuation). Is it possible that one (or more) of the relays is stuck �on�, resulting in this gain issue? Is there anything I can do to try to resolve this problem myself, or does it need to go back to CJ for service?

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RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - fantja 16:45:42 02/06/14 (0)
Vector,

are you using any kind of power/line conditioning?
RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - fantja 12:32:48 02/05/14 (0)
Consult CJ directly.
RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - Mick Wolfe 10:19:57 02/05/14 (0)
I'd call CJ and talk to them. Maybe there's a simple fix ( relay, reset, etc.)....or maybe not. Either way, this is your best approach IMHO.
RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - onemug 09:38:21 02/05/14 (4)
Have you tried unplugging the CJ preamp for a minute and then plugging it back in?
- RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - vector 13:38:54 02/05/14 (3)
  D'oh!!! Unplugging did the trick!
  
  Normally that would be the first thing I would try with a piece of computer hardware. It's just not something that crossed my mind when dealing with "analog" hardware. But of course, I said it myself... "microprocessor controlled relays".
  
  In the words of Eric Idle, "What a silly bunt!"
  
  Thanks everyone for the assistance... you rock!
  - Interesting, because . . . - JoshT 22:57:10 02/07/14 (0)
    I had a CJ Premier 17LS Series I and currently have a CJ CA200 control amp, and my one complaint is that the gain is too high. Even at 01 or 00, it can be too loud in a smallish room at night.
    
    So, I suppose you were experiencing an UNUSUALLY high gain, even for CJ?
    ___
    "If you are the owner of a new stereophonic system, this record will play with even more brilliant true-to-life fidelity. In short, you can purchase this record with no fear of its becoming obsolete in the future."
  - Excellent... - onemug 08:06:07 02/07/14 (0)
    Don't you just love it when something simple "and free" solves the problem.
    
    I'm a big CJ preamp fan, enjoy yours.
  - The "magic" re-boot - FenderLover 17:10:11 02/05/14 (0)
    Cures all! Good news.
    
    8^)
RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - FenderLover 07:45:59 02/05/14 (1)
No change in the CD player, TT, or other source of music?

Edits: 02/05/14
- RE: Suddenly too much gain in a CJ PR17LS2 - vector 08:00:51 02/05/14 (0)
  Correct. No changes to the equipment in the past year.

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