hey guys, all the other sources work fine and play fine but when i use the ipod source, the sound only plays on the left hand side. and its kinda scratchy. I replaced the ipod wire, still no fix, i tried different ipods , no fix.. could it be a problem with the unit?

There are plenty of threads that deal with the subject and the causes and repairs on it if it's ipod only.

Search with phrases like "left channel" ipod, "cuts out"

Where are you getting your iPod cables?