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  1. T

    Question about finding parts.

    I found what parts I need using the a service manual, however I can't seem to find the parts Ineed even with the model numbers etc. Any tips? Parts I needare listed below.
  2. T

    Luxman px 101 doesn't auto return

    The auto return does work but with normal play the arm mechanism doesn't reach back far enough for it to trigger the auto return. Is there anyway to recalibrate this ?
  3. Richard P

    Function Generator Output Distortion - Need Advice

    I picked up a cheap VIZ WR-550B function generator so i can learn to use one properly. I hooked it up to my scope and noticed some distortion on the output that I would like to eliminate if possible. My primary concern is the distorted shape of the sine wave and the two ripples at 1 MHz -...
  4. VintageDutch

    TurnTable Jig

    Hi all, Working on my Audion MX960 it came to me that I had no proper Jig to rest my TT upside down on. Does anyone has a nice TT Jig made up, he or she can show?
  5. B

    Hot Steam Tweeter Repair

    I have a pair of Dahlquist DQM-9 Compact tweeters that have pushed in cones for over 15 years. I totally neglected them, and apologize to all. One was rather mangled with a dent that actually was more of a folding over, and very irregular. It was as bad as anything I could describe. No...
    • bfb1963
    • Thread
    • dahlquist dent diaphragm heat hot repair speaker steam tweeter vapor
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Speakers
  6. xchg.ca

    Sony TC-K60 dimensions of belts ?

    Hi guys, This is my first post here. Recently I got Sony TC-K60 for less then I spend on coffee. Cosmetically in good shape, LCD looks good, but unfortunately belts are shot, 2 out of 3 are stretch. So I wondering if anyone know dimensions of belts. > I was able to remove one without much...
    • xchg.ca
    • Thread
    • belt dimension repair replace service sony tc-k60
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Tape
  7. Alonia

    Yamaha MX-1000 repair

    Hello, I'm new here ) Currently I have a broken Yamaha MX-1000 on my table. After a few hours of measuring I located the defective parts and desoldered them. I do not know if I can take these parts as replacement parts. [ The "A" version has a lower voltage. I still have some of them. I'm not...
    • Alonia
    • Thread
    • defect repair replacement replacement part yamaha mx-1000 restoration
    • Replies: 67
    • Forum: Yamaha
  8. rockbillboa

    Anyone in/around Idaho repair tube turntables?

    Hi folks, I'm trying to get an old suitcase tube turntable repaired. It's a GE RP1170A, from around 1962-65 I believe. Had it working last time I pulled it out about 5 years ago, but (if I remember correctly) one speaker was not working and the other was very quiet. Finally getting around to...
    • rockbillboa
    • Thread
    • boise ge general electric idaho record player repair tube turntable
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  9. M

    KR6600 resto shop needed in New England

    I have a fairly mint but tired KR 6600 that I'm looking to have re-lamped and given a through service. Anyone know of a good, reputable shop, preferably in the southern NH area?
  10. D

    Vintage turntable repair in North Florida or southeast US

    Hello all. I'm getting back into turntables and I'm looking to have some repairs done on my dad's old MCS 6502. There are most likely wiring issues, and I'm not qualified to try my hand at that stuff. I haven't been able to find anyone in here in Tallahassee, but I'm willing to drive. Can anyone...
    • dbtad1
    • Thread
    • mcs 6502 repair wiring issues
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. B

    Any Advice???? Sony STR-2800 Technics SL-DD2

    Pretty sure I just killed my pride and joy. I collect vinyl and had a vintage setup, came back one day and the computer monitor that was on the same outlet seemed to have shorted and died, and now receiver and turntable are not working. I have had them for years and they have always been great...
  12. J

    Technics SL-1600 MK1 reCAP Need Advice

    Can someone get me started on how to reCAP my sl-1600 MK1? Having no issues just heard it’s something that usually needs doing on older technics and I want my deck in the best shape possible. I have no electrical engineering experience but going to be assisted by my friend that does. Where can I...
  13. F

    Repair Help Yamaha R-90

    They say three house moves equal a house fire. Well my old Yamaha R-90 endured two moves over the last five years, but finally quit on the third one. It powers up; all displays light up (tuner, equalizer, source selection indicators etc) and all buttons work. BUT there is no "click" that would...
  14. A

    Denon Receiver Repair

    Have a question regarding a Denon AVR 2311ci Receiver that needs repair. Using it for an audio-only setup, driving two speakers (set to 2CH mode). The unit powers up without any issue - no error codes or issues reported. Have a CD source connected to it. I do not get any audio from my speakers...
    • arête
    • Thread
    • avr2311ci denon receiver repair
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Solid State
  15. C

    How to repair arcing power Arc

    Hello good people, I'm having an issue with an arcing power switch in my Philips 22-AH-686 receiver. I thought initially that I had dirty switches / pots but a thorough cleaning did nothing to help. I am fairly sure that the problem is the power switch. I will also test the output transistors...
  16. Brunsvold

    Guidance on tapedeck repair

    Hi AK Community, I purchased an Onkyo Integra TA-2044 (silver) a few months back. It was running fine and then...not. I turn it on, it automatically starts spinning one of the belts, but the tape doesn't spin and the door won't eject. None of the function buttons are responsive (the selector...
    • Brunsvold
    • Thread
    • onkyo onkyo ta-2044 repair tapedeck
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Tape
  17. L

    Replaced 2245 Marantz Power Switch - Now No Sound On Right Side

    I replaced the power switch and it all turns on and works, except the right side speakers (main and remote) it isn't the speaker cuz I tested the speaker on the left side and it works. Both channels worked before replacing the power switch. Any ideas? Are they related? Fixes? Thanks!
  18. C

    Looking for local stereo repair

    I am located in the East Bay (SF Bay Area) and I’m looking for a reputable electronics repair person to take a look at my receiver, a vintage Realistic. I know/knew a couple freelance guys with very reasonable rates, but neither of them is available at the moment. It seems like the few...
  19. tgmartin

    Electro Voice FM12-2 crossover schematic

    First time poster hoping that I'm not inappropriately busting in. I couldn't find this particular issue anywhere on the site or the greater interwebs so ... I have a number of EV FM12-2 PA floor monitors (2 way, EVM12L woof and T35 tweet) that sound very different from each other. They are from...
    • tgmartin
    • Thread
    • crossover electro voice repair schematic
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Speakers
  20. R

    Califone 1430K

    Not exactly high fidelity, but, I’m repairing this Califone school record player for an old lady I know to play her beater records and 78’s on it. Had no cartridge so I installed a replacement one (89t, ceramic, flipover, it’s green in color if you’ve ever seen one before. Looks like a stubby...
  21. A

    Luxman PD-284 Tusrntable Assistance

    A direct drive from the 80s that I bought about 10 years ago. Worked fine for years, but suddenly the platter does not rotate and the strobes are dim. Any ideas?
    • Ajoy
    • Thread
    • luxman pd284 repair
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. H

    Cerwin Vega DX-9 crossover repair

    I have a pair of CV DX9 and I wanted to repair the crossovers on them. I'm looking to do a complete rebuild of the board. I've got the skills to solder the board back together, but I am clueless on what to buy for the parts and need help figuring out which parts are the best overall. I also need...
    • HoneyBadger9
    • Thread
    • cerwin vega crossover dx-9 repair
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: DIY
  23. C

    Marantz 2330 in north NJ requiring Recap service

    Hi all, just wondering if anyone on this forum would be interested in recapping a Marantz 2330 (not 2330b) I recently acquired or know someone who they would trust to do it? I’m in North NJ, very willing to drive an hour or two but would like to avoid shipping if at all possible I restore...
    • Cropper
    • Thread
    • 2330 marantz recap and restoration repair
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Marantz Audio
  24. bofner

    Heard this site might be able to help me, the lights on the VFD don't work well how can I fix this?

    • bofner
    • Thread
    • diy fix lights repair stereo amp vfd
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: DIY
  25. A

    Problem with Avalon 737sp (sound clips available)

    Hello all, I've lurked around this site for years without an account, occasionally solving some issues in the studio by reading through the threads. I couldn't find one for the issue I'm having, so I figured I'd reach out into the ether to see if any of you geniuses (no sarcasm) can lend me...
    • astronautry
    • Thread
    • avalon avalon737sp channelstrip defect maintenance repair repairquestion tube tubepreamp tubepreampchannelstrip
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Tube Audio
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