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Volume imbalance

When I adjust my dual volume control I can almost never seem to get each channel to equal out.  I can adjust one side but then it's just a little bit louder than the other. I believe it's the nature of the tolerances of the stepped Alps pots. I've got room for the Khozmo controls. But I'm not sure if this the way to go. I'm looking for opinions/experiences or suggestions. Thanks for any help. Would an audio taper pot be ok?

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georgehifi
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I looks like they've done something pretty shifty with wiring on these, as you have separate left and right pots, yet that no (100KAx2) indicates they are both dual gang pots.

http://img.usaudiomart.com/uploads/large/602607-hard_to_find_quicksilver_full_function_all_tube_preamp.jpg

Also this unit is getting very old now, and due for pot replacement, seeing they are cheap replace both, if your up to it.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1piece-Japan-ALPS-RK27-Stereo-100KAX2-Volume-Potentiometer-For-audio-amplifier-/201188715396?hash=item2ed7c82b84:g:Mi0AAOSwF1dUNSec

Cheers George
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georgehifi
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Volume controls are the single most unreliable component in the audio chain, for reliability and differences in sound.
In what pre does this dual volume control reside in, and what is the make/value of the volume pot as well???

Cheers George
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