[Michgelsen]

  Also, I got several Stax units from Japan years ago and they were all international with switchable voltage. Has this changed?

 
Yes, nowadays all Stax amps require resoldering of transformer leads to change the voltage. A step-down transforme is probably easier.

 

[fuzzzy]

   
Yes, nowadays all Stax amps require resoldering of transformer leads to change the voltage. A step-down transforme is probably easier.

NO doubt if the transformer has multiple taps I would resolder it. Much more efficient!

 

[georgep]

NO doubt if the transformer has multiple taps I would resolder it. Much more efficient!

The leads are cut though so it is not just a simple resolder job. You need to replace the removed connections to the transformer.

 

[laevi]

I'm a bit confused on whether or not the SRM-1/MK2 pictured below comes with any PRO bias outputs?
 

 
I've seen versions of the SRM-1/MK2 on the web that come in different colors, with and without PRO bias outputs labeled on the front faceplate. I'm a bit confused and would appreciate any clarification. Thanks.

 

[Sorrodje]

There're different versions of this SRM1-mKII : see http://kenrockwell.com/audio/stax/srm-1-mk-2.htm .

 

[Michgelsen]

  I'm a bit confused on whether or not the SRM-1/MK2 pictured below comes with any PRO bias outputs?
 
I've seen versions of the SRM-1/MK2 on the web that come in different colors, with and without PRO bias outputs labeled on the front faceplate. I'm a bit confused and would appreciate any clarification. Thanks.

 
The one on the picture only has six-pin outputs, meaning that it's normal bias only. Pro bias outputs would not have the center hole.

 

[fuzzzy]

Stax eye candy.
 
 
 

 

[fuzzzy]

The leads are cut though so it is not just a simple resolder job. You need to replace the removed connections to the transformer.

I wonder if someone could take a picture of the inside of one of these. I have been in a few Stax amps but like to see what this looks like.

 

[b0bb]

 
I wonder if someone could take a picture of the inside of one of these. I have been in a few Stax amps but like to see what this looks like.

This one is from the 323, follow that thread below for more pictures.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/223263/the-stax-thread-new/15720#post_7530298

 

[fuzzzy]

  This one is from the 323, follow that thread below for more pictures.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/223263/the-stax-thread-new/15720#post_7530298

Thank you for this post. For me it is for sure a fix it item. as expected. I would rather have my stuff work correctly then with some attachment dangling of it. I presume that is not for everyone with lesser skills though. I suggest if you like this stuff then get a soldering iron and learn how to use it. I liked this stuff and started building kits and I build many. That was after endless fixings. Stax gear does break. With these nice instructions on this board that is a no brainer .

 

[georgep]

This one is from the 323, follow that thread below for more pictures.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/223263/the-stax-thread-new/15720#post_7530298

That is a 323 before stax cut the leads - and super easy to do. The current ones aren't that simple. Try searching "727 cut leads" or something similar.

 

[n3rdling]

That 007 looks like it needs new pads

 

[Ali-Pacha]

  Stax eye candy.
 
 
 

So much worn items and so much dust, my heart hurts.
 
Ali

 

[NoPants]

nothing wrong with components that get regular use

 

[HemiSam]

LOL.  The OCD are bubbling up to the top...
 
 

 
HS