Help me with my Frequency Response Problem!

[jaxvon]

Ok, my ol' hi-fi system is being a PITA. The problem: Somewhere along the signal chain, the high frequencies are being cut out so the whole system sounds like it has a blanket over it.

The Components in question are:
Magnepan MGIICs (most likely)
Superphon Revalation Basic Preamp (next in line)
BK Components ST-202 Plus Amplifier (least likely)


I suspect that the maggies have lost their high end. I really want to test this though. What are the best ways to find out which component is malfunctioning?

Any ideas and suggestions are welcome!

 

[Aliixer]

its the maggies

Try swapping out the speakers first. The planar ribbon might have given out.

 

[cam]

Ok, my ol' hi-fi system is being a PITA. The problem: Somewhere along the signal chain, the high frequencies are being cut out so the whole system sounds like it has a blanket over it.

The Components in question are:
Magnepan MGIICs (most likely)
Superphon Revalation Basic Preamp (next in line)
BK Components ST-202 Plus Amplifier (least likely)


I suspect that the maggies have lost their high end. I really want to test this though. What are the best ways to find out which component is malfunctioning?

Any ideas and suggestions are welcome!

Maybe you have re-eq or cinema eq engage. In which case it will tone down the high frequencies.

 

[JoeE SP9]

Check the fuses on your maggies. They are for the tweeters only.

 

[jaxvon]

Yeah, I replaced the fuses (one was blown). I've noticed a very small change in the sound (if anything). I think the age on the old maggies is just catching up with them.

 

[JoeE SP9]

If you want to keep your maggy's you can get the diaphragms repaired/replaced by Magnepan. They also sell repair kits for the DIY crowd.