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  1. M

    Are there different TEAC A-3440 variants?

    Hey folks! First post here. I’m looking at purchasing my first reel to reel and realizing the TEAC A-3440 I was planning on checking out says “Multitrack Series” on the face plate. I also see models marked “four channel SIMUL-SYNC”. Does the model im looking at not have simul-sync/the ability to...
  2. xchg.ca

    Thinking of salvaging TEAC A2300 how bad are those heads?

    Guys, just obtained TEAC A2300 in mediocre condition. Motors are spinning, all I can test Capstan roller in not moving ans well as head guards (for lack of better word) that raise during play PAUSE PLAY lever is broken but still possible to operate. Curious if I can find spare part or would have...
  3. H

    Help!! Old stereo equipment value/appraisal

    Hi Everyone! Please bear with me as I have no audio experience at all. My uncle died recently and left me a ton of old electronics. I am looking for help in trying to figure out what these pieces are worth. If anyone has any idea I would greatly appreciate any insight you can give me! I have...
  4. S

    Akai 1710W

    Hi all, thanks for having me. I got my very first tape deck here in Singapore after almost decades of searching. There just isn’t much of a market here but I stumbled across an old chap who is a collector and was able to purchase one through a local e-commerce site. anyway the deck is in top...
  5. J

    I’m 100% Green to Reel to Reel and really looking to get into it.

    I (like most on this forum) consider myself to be something of an audiophile and I’m looking to get into the tape side of things. I’ve been collecting vinyl for years and am currently managing a record store, so I’m no stranger to gear and how expensive this hobby will be. I’m looking to get a...
  6. C

    0.1uf Suzuki 400WV Capacitors

    Hey there, I’ve got a TEAC reel-to-reel I’d like to fix up for use to record for fun. I have never run the motor yet. When I first plugged it in I checked the voltage from chassis to ground I got a 50V reading. I figured that meant I should probably (1) add a grounded cord and (2) recap the...
  7. G

    Teac A-4010s Help

    Hey everyone! I recently acquired a Teac A-4010. Got home to fire it up only to find out the pinch roller won’t engage on the capstan. The assembly is not seized. I referred to the service manual for troubleshooting and it referenced several check points on the unit. The first was the F3 fuse...
  8. Starbond

    Webcor R2R motor stops when switched to PLAY

    Bought an old 60s Webcor EP-2207-1 (Regent Coronet) about 5 years ago, and it used to play reels fine. I pulled it out of storage this weekend and for some reason when the i switch to the dial to play, the motor stops. When in idle mode everything runs fine, the unit powers up okay. I thought I...
  9. smurfer77

    Technics RS-1500US repair and service - my first Technics adventure

    Well, it looks like the r2r bug has bitten. After getting my first r2r deck (Pioneer RT-707 thread) open and running only just over a year ago I am now close to finally finishing my 2nd r2r rebuild (Revox PR-99 thread). I have had my eye on the Technics RS-1500US for a while and finally got my...
  10. Fred Wolter

    Tandberg 10XD power issue

    After a clean inside my Tandberg 10xd RtR it just won't turn on anymore.. There is power after det power button and the trafo seems to output power but the relays does not kick inn and nothing happens. Anyone had this problem before? All help is much appreciated ☺
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