This is quite normal. The output from a MMC cartridge is roughly 60% of what you might expect from a conventional moving magnet cartridge which results in your increase in amplification to achieve the same sound level.

You must connect the MCL2P to the BS7000 or Ouverture with a MK2 or sometimes called a "fully wired" powerlink cable. No other type will work. My test system is a Beomaster 6500 and that works with all the amps, as long as the correct powerlink cable is used.

I am not surprised that your dealer says that the laser is no longer available. You need a complete replacement mechanism. B&O supply an upgrade kit to convert your mechanism to take the more modern VAM1250 which is the same as fitted to the Mk3 Beosound 9000 Make sure that you quote your serial number to ensure that you are provided with the correct

Just two screws to open the deck and the fuse will be revealed!

I agree with Olly. It is designed to be left on standby so why do otherwise?

[quote user="Leslie"] [quote user="joeyboygolf"] I cannot live with anything that is not original and perfect! [/quote] But lot of members do, it's a lot cheaper and more fun and satisfaction guaranteed! [/quote] Whatever turns you on!

A new one on me!

There is an internal fuse on the power supply board which is prone to failure. If the deck is completely dead then it will be that fuse.

I cannot live with anything that is not original and perfect! My advice is to send the eBay ones back and order some new ones from B&O.

Not particularly. As far as I can see, the BS9000 is a Mk1 from 1996. Let's assume that the speakers are the same age and they are marked and only in "fair/good" condition.