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r2r repairs

  1. FabGadget

    Akai X2000S Going Too Fast; Potential Missing Capstan Sleeve/Bushing Solution?

    So I picked up this machine since it had the rarity (at least in the vintage audio field) of free shipping and the seller accepting returns. However, it appears to be having the same issue as another X2000 posted to Reddit recently. Several commenters there suggested that the pinch roller was...
    • FabGadget
    • Thread
    • akai akai x2000s r2r repairs
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  2. A

    Teac R2R, worth the restoration?

    Hi all! After watching the local marketplace for a while, I finally picked up my first Reel to Reel, a Teac A-1500-W! Cosmetically it's in beautiful shape, purchased from the second owner (first was his roommate in the 70's), who refinished the cabinet before putting it into storage 20 years...
    • atrelstad
    • Thread
    • r2r repairs reel to reel restoration tape deck tape head teac
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Tape
  3. HendeoNZ

    AKAI GX 265D issue

    Hi all, I recently got an Akiai gx 265d and have been slowly doing a basic service. There were a couple of issues at the start, the main one being not able to erase/rec in the reverse direction. It turns out it had a dirty heads switch. All cleaned now. But the issue I have now is still in...
    • HendeoNZ
    • Thread
    • akai r2r repairs
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Tape
  4. C

    youtube tape machine repair teachers

    Anyone familiar with any individuals who do an excellent job presenting reel-to-reel repairs and maintenance on youtube? Uncle Doug and his video series have done a lot for me understanding tube amplifiers and electronics troubleshooting in general... but interested in more specifically solid...
    • CharlieDont
    • Thread
    • general maintenance marcus fuller r2r repairs reel-to-reel repair synth chaser tape machine repair uncle doug
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Tape
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