Just got a new (well, actually a refurb unit from Accessories4less) Denon PMA-17000ne and almost immediately notice clipping in left channel even at relatively low volumes ( not present when it is really low). Did basic troubleshooting - changed cables, etc.
Previously used an older surround Sony ES receiver repurposed as my “music amp” without problems but wanted to have something with a dedicated phono input.
Just wondering - is it an issue of this being a defective unit or is this Denon just not capable of handling Forte IIIs?
I like it otherwise so if it is defective I’ll try my luck with another unit, but obviously if it is not powerful enough then I should not waste my time.
Swap wires left to right right to left. If problem stays the same swap speakers left to right right to left. If problem stays the same bad amp. If problem moves then problem is what ever was just swapped.