Reduction Hum and No Playback [resolved]

[OverAnalyst]

On a side note, I take a resistance reading from the ground tab on the RCA to the nut. They should essentially have zero resistance, correct? I get about 23kOhms for both A and B side.

[Paul Birkeland]

I would double check that the ground tab is installed just under the nut, not under the plastic washer.  In your photos it was hard to see the buss wire going to the ground lugs on the ground post, but I saw two wires folded over each, so it looks as though they are there.

[OverAnalyst]

Yeah, that's what I was trying to explain back on reply #19, but poorly. I have the plastic washer between the ground tab and the nut. ARRGGGG. I'll spend this evening fixing.

[Paul Birkeland]

You aren't the first person to do that, don't worry! 

[OverAnalyst]

So that RCA ground tab/washer was the issue. It amazes me how one "little" thing can cause quite a showstopper. Just spent the last few hours listening to some records. I'm definitely pleased. I purchased the upgrade kit as well, but will wait till I'm ready.

Gotta say, it was pretty cool learning about that trace signaling. I've heard it before, but never knew what it was.
Thanks for your help and patience PB. Much appreciated.

[Paul Birkeland]

I'm glad you got it all sorted!