Recent content by Tom33731

BTW, ML support did suggest: >> these are old panels and should be replaced in the near future.

Thank you all for your helpful posts. I really appreciate your insights. I did order a replacement power supply board from ML, and installed it. The speaker now works well. Once the volume was adjusted (see above), the repaired speaker sounds the same as its mate.

Good observation! I ordered a replacement power supply board from ML, and installed it. The speaker now works, but is about 1 dB lower in volume that the other speaker. I have adjusted (via my AV processor) the volume to match. So all is working well.

I ordered a new power supply for the one speaker. After installation, I will compare the two speakers and let you know if I perceive any audible difference.

Does anyone have any insight into whether the power supply board (when properly functioning) has any impact upon sound quality?

Thank you Robert and Brandon. @ Robert - "it doesn't make any sense repairing the old." - that is my thought as well, because there may be other components ready to fail, or design improvements. @ Brandon - " I'd attempt to repair" - that is an option as well, there is a good service person...

The power supply board in my Ascent speaker just failed. I am considering several options: 1) I can simply swap out for a new power supply board from Martin Logan ($379). 2) Since it has discrete components, I can have the existing board repaired 3) Have the new or existing power...

Hello, I have enjoyed Martin Logan speakers for over two decades. My home theater has: Martin Logan: Fronts: Ascent Center: ElectroMotion ESL C Subs: Descent Rears: Bravado and: Sides: Magnepan model Magneplanar SMGb I look forward to learning from other forum members.