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Care and repair

Keeping it usable for years instead of months.

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Care and repair

What wears out in a home audio system, and when

Styli, foam surrounds, electrolytic capacitors and firmware support all have a clock on them. Here is how to schedule each one instead of waiting for failure.

Updated 11/3/2026 · 8 min

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