It works fine that way unless I amp up the volume and then it just keeps disconnecting.
It would not surprise me that a teardown of your speaker would find a faulty solder joint or some other similar internal connection that either is not carrying the load at high volume levels. That could be repairable, but at today's labor rates, a new speaker would cost a LOT less.
You're right. A new speaker makes a lot more sense. Thanks, Joe. If it gives me anymore trouble, I will get one (or two) and connect them if I can. I haven't watched the whole video.
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