Volume Adjustment


Not an engineer. Wonder if there is a simple answer to why volume setting 53 on my MA-252 seems so much louder than 52? Speakers are Sf Olympics llls. 

It’s certainly not 1 decibel ?  Is it logarithmic or something I won’t understand ?

Are there amps that have just 1 decibel increases? 

When I listen at setting 52 and want the sound just a little bit louder, setting 53 seems too loud ?

Answers and thoughts appreciated. Thank you. 
 

teboerio

@teboerio  

The pot may have oxidized. DeOxit spray can be used, but be careful to keep it away from other components. Let it dry thoroughly before turning power on again.

If this doesn't work, it may be possible to disassemble the pot and clean inside it.

That is probably a job for your tech.

@kevemaher 

I would avoid using DeOxit for the time being if I were him.

If there is a hash-like sound or a crackling sound when you turn the volume up or down, it usually means the attenuator/knobs need to be cleaned, as they are making contact but struggling to do so consistently. In that case, DeOxit is the first thing you use.

 

@ditusa 

The gentleman asked for guidance, not for you to call me a fraud.

I will be respectful and ask you politely to grow up. 

Please grow up and behave like an adult. You are only embarrassing yourself.