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  1. Tubeglowpio

    Magnavox tube tuner help please

    So I located another switch for my Maggie 7911 tuner chassis. I took some photos and looked at the schematic and have no clue where I screwed up. I have it alligator clipped so that could be part of the issue. I get reception but not as much as expected and the speakers don't have dc but does...
  2. K

    New to AK ,bought an old tube amp ,need help

    Need help determining what this amp is,whether mono or stereo,i think its a packard bell.Two output transformers under chassis ,has 4 tubes,i see a 7 pin socket in photos.I havent received the amp yet its codes are rpt-1,dpa-5 ,serial num 10817 and says pb#70759 ,thanks for any replies,ill try...
    • klipschoid
    • Thread
    • magnavox packard bell single ended tube
    • Replies: 99
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  3. Tubeglowpio

    Magnavox turntable identify help

    Need to know the model number for this 1960s Magnavox Imperial S600 micromatic turntable. I also need to know which idler wheel and needle to get for it, appreciate any help, thank you. Here are some pics btw.
  4. Tubeglowpio

    Magnavox tube console rebuild

    Hi everyone, really hoping someone can help. So I basically gutted out a Magnavox stereo console and am replacing the solid state amp with a 8601 Magnavox tube amp and Magnavox tube tuner. I had to completely remove the old bezel/faceplate and make am making a new one out of wood. I want to...
    • Tubeglowpio
    • Thread
    • 8601 magnavox magnavox imperia magnavox turntable tube console turntable
    • Replies: 40
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  5. scorron

    Magnavox 8303 SET Tube Amp

    I wanted to share a few photos of the 8303-20 Magnavox tube amp I just finished converting into a stand-alone and thank Audiokarma for some posts that helped me decide to cut out the tone controls ( which freed up a lot of space under the tiny chassis, and made it possible to fit the switch and...
    • scorron
    • Thread
    • 8303-20 magnavox single ended tube
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  6. Tubeglowpio

    Magnavox Tube Console Preamp Needed

    Hi to everyone, been wondering if any of the Magnavox tube console pulls like the set and pp 6bq5 amp benefit from a pre amp? I tried using my Bottle head crack as a preamp and it sounds bad compared to the Magnavox alone, less bass and less of that El84 magic. Is this a problem with impedance...
    • Tubeglowpio
    • Thread
    • console magnavox console stereo magnavox tube tube amp
    • Replies: 57
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  7. N

    Magnavox 175-67 Rebuild Questions

    Hi everyone, I have been lurking here for the past few days and have quickly been exposed to a wealth of knowledge and picked up on a few ideas about how i am going to go about this rebuild. Recently i found a 175-67 for a good price. It is supposed to be in working order but the power cord is...
  8. thorpej

    A modified Magnavox 8802 in the Gillespie style

    Having cleared a couple of projects off the bench, of course it's time to start a new one. As you may recall, I built a Magnavox 8802 clone for my daughter last year for Christmas... I was planning to do the same for my son this year -- holy cow if the stuff isn't THE SAME, sometimes you sure...
    • thorpej
    • Thread
    • 6v6 8802 9302 efb magnavox
    • Replies: 86
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  9. C

    Does anyone rebuild the electrical chassis?

    I have a Magnavox 'American'. It's 100% original and in great shape. But it needs to have it's amp (electrical/tube) chassis rebuilt. I am sure the Electrolytic caps and tubes will need to be replaced. Probably some other components also, but I will leave that up to the person with a lot more...
  10. OnlyStantons

    I think this was a good buy all N.O.S.

    I paid $56.00 for these, I think I did all right. The prices on the boxes add up to way more than that. 2-Genuine Shure V 15 Type II stylus 1- Genuine Shure N-93E 1- Shure N-75G 1- Magnavox ( AT 10? ) 1- Panasonic EPS-13. I just finished testing all but the Panasonic and all suspension's...
  11. dstroup

    Do I Need To Replace These Tubes?

    A couple months ago I purchased a 1962 Magnavox Danish Classic 1-ST621 with a 9300 series amp (9304). I have been slowly learning about vintage tube audio ever since (fun!). I recently decided to clean the tubes / tube pins / tube sockets on this console and noticed some of the tubes don't look...
    • dstroup
    • Thread
    • 1-st621 hot plating magnavox tube
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  12. dstroup

    HU: Magnavox Concert Grand on Big Auction Site

    If only I lived closer I would jump at it! $199.00 Buy It Now. Listed about 30 minutes ago as of this post. Looks very clean. Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, United States Pick Up Only I have no relation to the seller. Link
  13. Harlon

    Magnavox 9304-20 Revisited: Output Upgrade

    Finally getting around to finishing my console rebuild. Before I button it up and put everything back in the box I want to upgrade the stock outputs. Question is: Are there any new recommendations for reasonably priced <$100 each output transformers for an EL84/6BQ5 push pull amp floating...
    • Harlon
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    • 9300 series magnavox output transformers
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  14. dstroup

    1962 Magnavox Imperial Wiring Question

    I recently purchased a 1962 Magnavox Imperial console (Danish Modern). The model number is 1-ST657. The previous owner did some rewiring including cutting 2 wires (1 from each side mounted woofer: Green and Blue as indicated on the schematic detail photo below) which led to the “Speaker...
    • dstroup
    • Thread
    • 1-st657 imperial magnavox wiring
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  15. oldsmobuick

    Time to Replace Power Transformer in Magnavox 8802?

    My Magnavox 8802 has been fully recapped and new resistors all around. It sounds great but there is some tar leaking from the (original) PT, only a very small blob at the moment, and a vibration that is emanating from the transformer. The vibration is pretty noticeable in a quiet room. Should I...
    • oldsmobuick
    • Thread
    • 8802 maggie maggie console magnavox magnavox 8802 mods power transformer
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  16. T

    HELP! Magnavox 9303 transformer hum. HELP

    Ok I'm hoping someone knows what's going on here. I have a Maggie 9303 power amp that I have been using for a year or so. Just recently, I plugged it turned it on and everything was perfect. After about 40 minutes of listening the transformer starts buzzing/humming. It's strictly in the...
    • TayRey520
    • Thread
    • 9300 series maggie console magnavox
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  17. D

    magnavox Imperial Stereo restoration

    hi everyone! I'm in the middle of restoring a 1961 or 1962 magnavox stereo. It worked whenever I bought it, but it always distorted after about 30 minutes of playing. Of course, I knew something was wrong, so I took it apart a few weeks ago to take a look & replace parts if necessary, & it is...
  18. C

    Magnavox 1964 Astro Sonic Stereo Hi-Fi

    Hello - I am new to posting in Forums but, I recently got a 1964 Magnavox astrosonic from my Grandmother and noticed the left channel has no sound. I used the contract cleaner and the right side has gotten a lot louder/clearer but there was no difference on the left side. When I turn the volume...
  19. T

    DON ALLEN

    Hey everyone. So I'm hoping someone can help me out. I just bought an incredible pair of speakers from a local fellow audiophile. A pair of Leedh Psyche speakers. They are unreal. We were listening and talking audio and he showed me his CD player. A magnavox cdc745 with a Don Allen tube output...
  20. Ronnie baisden

    Magnavox astrosonic loudness pot issue

    Hello everyone. I'm yet another newbie looking for some of your knowledge any appreciate any help I could get. Here's my issue: I have a 1965 R214 chassis magnavox astrosonic. I inherited it a few years ago and remember it being louder back then. Now when I turn the loudness pot, it doesn't do...
  21. P

    Vintage Magnavox Omnidirectional Speakers

    Two Part Question here I found these Vintage Magnavox Omnidirectional Speakers on Craig's list and had never seen this model before. I then search online for several hours and still could find them. If anyone has any info on them, that would be awesome Pictures are attached to the post Second...
    • PerryChilds
    • Thread
    • magnavox omnidirectional vintage speakers
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Speakers
  22. Giarcpnw

    Newbie looking for first tube project. Maggie 9308 or like suggestions?

    Hey all, Been living in the Solid State world for a while but was quite blown away at how good a friend's console pulled Maggie 9308 sounded. Now I'm wanting to try out the other side. Looking for suggestions on amps that are attainable semi cheaply and can be worked on. I like to tinker and...
    • Giarcpnw
    • Thread
    • 9302 9308 amp fisher maggie magnavox rca scott tube tube amp
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  23. Edwin Powell

    Remote for Magnavox CDB-570 CD changer

    So I recently acquired a Magnavox CDB-570 six-disc CD changer in absolutely pristine condition. It's really hard to believe this thing is almost 30 years old (manufacture date is Aug. 1987). Even the Multidisc magazine is virtually without scratches. But like many older units, it parted ways...
  24. Kasanay

    Help Identifying a Maggie

    I have my eye on a Craigslist ad that has very little information about the model. I have not been able to match the photo to any known models. I am mostly interested in the amp. The one clue that has peeked my intrest is the notice printed on the back panel: THIS INSTRUMENT HAS SUFFICIENT...
  25. Ronnie baisden

    Magnavox astrosonic loudness issue

    Hello everyone. I'm yet another newbie looking for some of your knowledge. Here's my issue: I have a 1965 R214 chassis magnavox astrosonic. I inherited it a few years ago and remember it being louder back then. Now when I turn the loudness pot, it doesn't do anything until halfway. Then it...
    • Ronnie baisden
    • Thread
    • 1965 astro-sonic console stereo controls maggies magnavox potentiometer
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Solid State
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