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  1. J

    Boombox with best cassette deck for recording and playing?

    Hi all, new to the forum, though I have been lurking for a while now. I am taking an opportunity across the country, to a much smaller apartment, so I have to downsize a majority of my equipment and audio collection. What I can't fit in the truck I'm not taking =[ I was thinking about how...
    • jacobmob
    • Thread
    • boombox cassette cassette deck cassette decks ghetto blaster ghettoblaster hi end audio portable portable cassette player totl
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  2. A

    Yamaha KX-360 transformer

    Hello, I'm planning to replace the transformer of my Yamaha KX-360 cassette deck. Originally it was a 120v unit, but the dealer had recently replaced the transformer to 220v (Indian std.). It deck running fine, but the quality of the transformer is terrible, and so is the quality of solder. I'm...
  3. D

    Inquiry on Harman/Kardon TD302 Quality

    Like the title states, just looking to see where this deck stands in terms of sound quality and longevity. Picked one up yesterday at the thrift for $20 and figure it will be a good first cassette deck to own. I’ve found lots online about the specs of it, but I don’t know much about cassettes...
    • Deleted member 349134
    • Thread
    • cassette deck cassettes harman/kardon td302 vintage audio
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Tape
  4. L

    Denon DRM-22 issue

    I’m having an issue with my Denon DRM-22 cassette.When there is no tape in the deck, play/ff/rw as well as record all work regardless if the door is open or closed. In both cases the head block(pinch rollers) rise up quickly and make contact with the capstans. When in play mode the take up/right...
  5. mitchard

    Technics RS-676US Troubleshooting

    I recently picked up a Technics RS-676US deck from a local thrift store for $15. The unit is in beautiful condition overall, and with that price tag, I took a small gamble... and I have lost so far. Though I have found a ton of threads on AK and other sites, none of the recommendations/fixes...
    • mitchard
    • Thread
    • cassette deck rs-676 rs-676-us rs767us tape technics
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Tape
  6. L

    Panasonic RS-635 a.k.a. Technics RS-M205 a.k.a. MCS 683-3543

    Finally I made a short video about one of my decks. It says Panasonic 635 on its cassette door, but it seems that it is better known as Panasonic RS-635, in line with other Panasonic/Technics nomenclature. An awesome playback deck! The 635 is a simple two-header with a belt-driven capstan...
    • Late Boomer
    • Thread
    • cassette deck component deck
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Tape
  7. BilboBaggins

    New cassette enthusiasts who want to fix their own decks

    I see a lot of requests from new cassette enthusiasts on how to repair tape decks. So I thought it might be a good idea to create a thread to consolidate a knowledge base. I do know something on cassette decks, but by no means a lot. These are complex electro-mechanical devices and you really...
    • BilboBaggins
    • Thread
    • aiwa akai cassette deck repair tape
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Tape
  8. BilboBaggins

    Sony TC-K707ES Cassette Deck - Door does not consistently open

    I purchased this deck about two years ago. It had an issue with the door not opening consistently so I got it cheap. I took it off the shelf to work on it last year for a few days, and today, I decided to bring it back out to try and figure out what I need to do. On first look, I realized I...
    • BilboBaggins
    • Thread
    • cassette deck k707es sony
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Tape
  9. phatterplatter

    TASCAM 122 Mark II , belt issues

    I'm trying to freshen up a model 122 Mark II ( the mark III is a diff transport , btw) Not too much goop left over on the head lift pulley system I was wondering if anyone knew what the two belt dimensions are?? I have many many new replacement belts in stock already I'm adding some pics of...
    • phatterplatter
    • Thread
    • belts replacements cassette deck tascam
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Tape
  10. O

    Luxman KX-101 input stage oscillation/static noise

    Hello, I have some difficulties repairing a Luxman KX-101 cassette deck. I fixed a number of things including the suckface mechanism, now I am puzzled by one persistent issue that I strongly suspect is coming from the input stage of playback amplification. The symptoms are a static noise or...
    • octavstan
    • Thread
    • cassette deck input stage luxman luxman kx-101 transistor
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Solid State
  11. spence0nasty

    CT-F9191 Restoration - No FF/REW and Other Transport Problems

    I have a ct-f9191 that had the common FF/REW problem and I think I may have created more transport problems in the course of trying to fix it. Right now the symptom is that the capstan/flywheel doesn't start turning when the machine is powered on. I'm creating this thread both to get help moving...
    • spence0nasty
    • Thread
    • cassette cassette deck ct-f9191 ct-f91919 repiar pioneer transport transport not working
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
  12. S

    Tape Deck plays tapes extremely quietly

    Hi everyone. This is my first post to Audio Karma. A few months ago, my Kyocera D-611 stopped working. The symptoms indicated I simply needed a new idler tire. The other day, I finally got around to ordering a new idler tire. That seems to have solved half the problem and I have something else...
    • Smellycorpse
    • Thread
    • cassette cassette deck kyocera repair sankyo sankyo transport tape tape deck troubleshoot
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Tape
  13. T

    Thoughts on Cassette and CD Units

    Hi everyone, I've found a listing for a Kenwood cassette player along with a CD Player. Pictures are below. The cassette model is a 103ct and the CD unit is a DP-M5520. The cassette deck would be my first. For CDs, I have a technics SL-PD10, which is a carousel 5 disc player. Both are being sold...
  14. N

    Marantz 5020 PLAY REC switch repair

    Hi everyone, Recently my 5020 has been having intermittent audio issues. I have traced it to the PLAY -REC switches on the PCB. Tried Deoxit on it but didn’t yield any improvement. I decided to desolder the switches and try to fix it. What I found after opening is the contacts were covered with...
  15. steagl3

    Pioneer CT-F850 vs. Marantz MCD 910

    Hello AK, first post here! I apologize if this is not the correct forum for this - I debated putting this in Dollars & Sense, but I figured it's so specific to cassette technology, that it would be better suited for those of you who have experience in this area. I currently have a Technics M33...
    • steagl3
    • Thread
    • cassette deck marantz mcd 910 pioneer ct-f850 tape deck
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Tape
  16. K

    High Pitched feedback from Sharp Cassette deck

    Hi there, I was given a 70s Sharp RT-2500 cassette deck by my local library. It is beautiful and still works, however, whenever I press play, even without a cassette it creates a loud, high pitched feedback and the VU meters hit the ceiling. Can anyone help me out?
    • Kjm221100
    • Thread
    • cassette deck feedback rt-2500 sharp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Tape
  17. Bradley J

    Pioneer Cassette Deck Buzzing

    Hey all! I am currently using a Pioneer CT-M5R cassette deck and I noticed it has a buzzing sound whenever the tape starts playing. If I lightly hit the side of the unit, the buzzing goes away for an unpredictable amount of time till it comes back. Any thoughts? Possibly grounding issue? Thanks!
    • Bradley J
    • Thread
    • cassette deck pioneer ct-m5r problem
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Tape
  18. Isaac C.

    Pioneer CT-F500 Distorted After Not Being Used For a Month

    Hello, everyone, my grandfather's cassette deck has developed some distortion after not having been used for a month. I replaced the belts last fall, cleaned the buttons, switches, levers with deoxit, and cleaned the head with a q-tip and alcohol. It's not the tapes, I have some tapes I recorded...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • cassette deck distorted pioneer ct f500 wobbly
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Tape
  19. JPJ

    compact cassette player

    looking to replace an advent 201 with a high quality but simple cassette player with the smallest footprint possible. any suggestions on the best mix of small size and quality?
    • JPJ
    • Thread
    • advent 201 cassette cassette deck
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Tape
  20. hertzdonut

    Pioneer CT-3000, slow on rewind or fast forward

    So I couldn't resist, had to pick up this little jewel ($40, couldn't say no!). Works, sounds great in Play mode. Horizontal tray loading. With no tape, both FF and REW function as they should. Yeah, with NO tape. Once a tape is in (and depending which reel the tape is stacked towards) then FF...
    • hertzdonut
    • Thread
    • cassette deck ct-3000 pioneer slow fast forward slow ff slow rewind
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  21. Alex Estrada

    Tape Switching Devices

    I've come across an input problem in my system, but one which can't just be solved by a normal line input switcher. I have 3 tape machines: a Nakamichi BX-300, H/K CD-491, and a Teac A-6100. I currently run an SX-939 with my Nak going into tape loop 1 and my Teac r2r machine into tape loop 2...
    • Alex Estrada
    • Thread
    • cassette deck reel to reel switch box sx 939 tape loop tape monitor
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Tape
  22. PROJECT 2501

    Vinyl to tape with DBX processors

    Sitting here staring at brand new unopened pack of type IV metal cassettes tapes that I've had in a drawer for at least 5 years now.... I dont know if it's curiosity, boredom, or the 6 pack of modelo I just tossed back but... I wanna tear the wrappers off and use them.... Like.. right now.. So...
    • PROJECT 2501
    • Thread
    • 3bx cassette deck dbx noise reduction recording type iv vinyl
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Tape
  23. Numone

    JVC KD-10 - no record input

    I’m stumped on this one. I have the above which has worked fine until today when it’s suddenly stopped receiving a record signal. I’ve bypassed the amp and connected a source CD player direct to the REC input and nothing. The REC LED is illuminated, so the mechanical coupling from the REC piano...
    • Numone
    • Thread
    • cassette deck jvc kd-10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Tape
  24. scottonnob

    Pioneer CT-F900 control problems

    This may be cassette deck 101 for everyone else, but it's beyond my knowledge level. I have a 900 that's been in storage for at least a couple decades. I pulled the panels and face to inspect, clean, and sleuth. After running through everything, belts were all there and turning, and the controls...
  25. Isaac C.

    Pioneer CT-F500 Door Won't Open

    Hello everyone, I'm servicing a CT-500 for my grandfather and for some reason the door will not open when the Stop/Eject "piano key" is pressed. However, I can open the door from the back by pressing down on the lock lever. It's almost as if there is nothing connecting the "piano key" to the...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • cassette deck ct-f500 pioneer
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tape
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