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  1. Gaoming

    Recommendations for Micro-Seiki Service in Japan

    Hi All (and especially anyone with Japan experience), I just picked up a Micro-Seiki SX-555FVW with a RP-1110 pump at an auction in Japan, and am hoping to have it serviced before I pick it up in Japan later this year or early next year. I previously had Amp8 overhaul a Micro-Seiki RX-2000...
    • Gaoming
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    • japan micro seiki repair advice
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. G

    Technics Direct Drive troublehooting - shaky stability/faint knocking sound(audio clip)

    Hi everyone! Long time lurker, looking for help from anyone who has repaired Technics DDs and might have come across these symptoms: I have a Technics SL-01 , its an early rare 70s Japan-market DD quartz lock table , a bit similar to the SL-1500 MkII and SP-20 internally I'm told. I got one...
  3. Roman68

    Telefunken TS 860 vs. Sony PS-212 SH.

    Hey everyone, I'm looking for some opinions and advice regarding a potential turntable change. Currently, I own a Telefunken TS 860. It's fully functional and complete, and I've personally serviced it (cleaned, lubricated, etc.), so it's in great shape. I've come across a Sony PS-212 SH that's...
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • direct drive germany hi-fi high fidelity japan lp sony telefunken turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. J

    Using Mac 1700 In Japan

    Hello. I'm new here. I moved to Japan from USA recently and I brought my McIntosh Mac 1700 and some KLH Model 17s with me (I bought a Japanese turntable here) When I listen to music through the aux like bluetooth etc, it sounds great. But when I listen to records I notice it's pretty...
  5. AudioKeith

    Japan Vacation

    Planning a family vacation in Japan for parts of Aug/Sep. Will be in Tokyo, Asakusabashi/Akihabara area (yes, will be visiting some electronics store). Then plan to rent a car, travel down through Miura area, over to Mt Fuji area (Ryokan/Onsen already booked), then back to Toyko. We generally...
  6. Gaoming

    Yamaha B-3 Overhaul in Japan

    Hi All, I recently bought a Yamaha B-3 power amp on a Japanese auction site and am interested in having it checked out and brought up to spec before I bring it home. I will be in Japan next week and am hoping to find a tech there to work on the machine (I go there a few times a year, so I could...
    • Gaoming
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    • japan repair help yamaha yamaha b-3
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Yamaha
  7. D

    Buying 100v audio from Japan

    I am thinking about buying a Luxman 505 or 507, or Accuphase E-280 directly from an eBay seller in Japan. There is a substantial savings. Can anyone share experiences about buying audio equipment from Japan? Also, which step-down converter would you recommend? I don't want to add noise. If the...
  8. GrisPato

    Sansui JPD adventure

    Today my first JPD Sansui arrived. It was really slow here in the Netherlands with nice defect Sansui amplifiers so started looking in Japan. I have an au-d707 on a ship coming. But today arrived my last purchase as the first with FedEx. Sansui au-d907, no output. Clean faceplate, not a...
  9. AlexHempel

    What's up with Japanese audiophiles and Western Electric?

    I'm looking around for my first ever tube amplifier and am considering a few Western Electric units (or license-produced Western Electric). When I use hifishark and other websites to check values, it seems like the vast majority of past WE sales have taken place on Japanese auction sites...
  10. Recaptcha

    Need help converting TT from 100v (JP) to 120v (US)

    Finally got the matching turntable for my Kenwood ROXY W7 midi system. The turntable works great, but I had to import it from Japan so it is 100v. I do not want to use an external convertor, I want to install a new transformer to allow it to work in US natively. So, it’s 100v to two outputs...
    • Recaptcha
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    • international japan kenwood turnables volatge voltage compatibility
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. kcline

    Pictures of Japanese NEC 12AD7 Tubes

    These came out of a early Sony R to R. Hard to find, as a retired tube dealer I have never seen more then a handful of these. Sockets in the r to r were marked 12AD7/ 12AX7
  12. galactech

    Akai SW-130’s - Any Info?

    Hiya. I picked these interesting little speakers up off the Facebook Marketplace a few days ago for $20 for be pair. I figured why not since I need inexpensive speakers for the analog setup I’m bringing with me to college. I’m well aware that in terms of hi-fi or audiophile Sound, Akai wasn’t...
    • galactech
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    • 60’s 70’s akai audiophile hifi japan pioneer speakers thrift vintage
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  13. JJ7212

    Yamaha B-2 owner looking for repair shop in Japan

    Hello! First post here. I am an American who has been living in Japan for the past 12 years. I bought a Yamaha B-2 a few years ago. It had LEDs and gold plated speaker terminals on the A channel. I paid about $100 for it junk because one channel had no sound. Deoxit fixed that easily! The...
    • JJ7212
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    • dc offset japan repair vfet vintage amplifier yamaha b-2
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Solid State
  14. Tin Bird

    TEAC NR-7CD

    Anyone have any experience w this unit? Overall sound quality? It is a very, very beautiful piece and I will be receiving one that I have ordered within a week or so. I have read several online reviews that were quite positive, but wanted to get anyone else's opinion that has heard/owned one...
    • Tin Bird
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    • all in one system cd player digital integrated amplifier japan sound teac
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Digital Sources
  15. H

    Vintage ONKYO s8000 value?

    Hey everyone i was recommended to come here from a different audio forum, as i am looking for answers regarding some vintage stereos. I have a set (2) large Onkyo speakers my mom bought from Japan back in the 1970's.... she bought them for a hefty price of approx $2000.00 back in the day...
  16. RHJ III

    JVC VN-900 Any Good?

    I picked up a JVC VN-900 Integrated Amplifier in it's original box and packaging today for $50.00. I was actually picking up a pair of Marantz Imperial Speaker System Model 6 speakers but you know how it goes. I hooked it up and it needs the usual cleaning of the pots and switches, a few pops...
    • RHJ III
    • Thread
    • 1970s integrated amp japan jvc stereo
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Solid State
  17. Boogaloid

    Denon dp-1200 needs new feet! Any aftermarket feet that fit?

    Can't find any original feet for sale, anyone know of any aftermarket replacements they would recommend? Thanks in advance!
  18. wayne klyne

    vintage Japanese Speakers

    :whip:Vintage Crysler Electric co. Made in Japan Living Audio CE-55 Speakers, bookshelf . I Can't find any info, on them nil google. If [ anybody out three ] has any info on these speakers reply :re black laminate very well made 2-way speakers silver mesh grills built like a tank, sounds like...
  19. S

    Do you really need a preamp?

    Forget for a minute all the obvious reasons for having a preamp (boosting signal strength, noise reduction, switching, etc.): is a preamp must-have sonic component for 2-channel listening? If so, why? I recently auditioned a vintage solid state Japanese Class A/AB dual mono solid state amp...
    • scoran
    • Thread
    • 1970's direct input japan passive pioneer preamp subsonic
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Solid State
  20. S

    Amp Quest - dual mono or mono at a decent price point

    Hello, New member whose poor 2-channel system has been woefully lacking and has finally decided to make amends with his ears. First stop is power amplification. My criteria seem to be at odds with the market (and possibly my wallet), and I could really use some sage advice. Criteria after lots...
    • scoran
    • Thread
    • affordable finesse japan monoblock power amp quality
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Solid State
  21. $3 yard sale Philco

    $3 yard sale Philco

    This is just a beater that I keep in the office for occasions like 9-11, Iraq War, etc. Made in Japan. Model Q-1216BR, 12" screen with tube chassis
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    • bw in japan made philco portable
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