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    how do these heads look?

    This the best picture i can take it was much dirtier before so i cleaned it with some 99% ipa and some acetone They play fine and clear but recording sounds really bad (constant dipping in volume and unstable sound) this my first rtr so im not too familiar with everything, bought it today on fb...
    • sebber
    • Thread
    • akai head wear oxidation
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tape
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    Restoring and Cleaning Amplifier Internals

    I've come across a Pioneer SA-510 that was kept in the garage as an amplifier. It started "acting weird" so it was given to me. I respect the vintage tech, and want to bring this thing back to life for normal use in a cared for environment. It's got 2 problems. It is oxidized inside. Rusted on...
    • pkalder
    • Thread
    • alcohol amp amplifier board circuit boards cleaning oxidation pcb restore vintage
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: DIY
  3. ProUser

    HELP - How to clean RT-909 Heads

    Hello, What is a proper way to clean your heads and not mess them up. Also looking at this picture can you tell me if my heads need to be re-lapped. Thanks :)
    • ProUser
    • Thread
    • heads oxidation oxidize re-lapping rt-909
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
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