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restoration

  1. jabber_wocky

    gutted by condition of my just received, "vintage" mini-console

    First post here, really unsure where to post, as this touches on repair, restoration, solid state, Sony, turntable and probably others those much more experienced AKers will point out. That said – thank you upfront for your time and attention here. Feedback and input is appreciated, welcome and...
    • jabber_wocky
    • Thread
    • 70's sony 70's turntable damaged cabinet dual repair turntable replacement turntable restoration service manual sony hp610 hp610a hp-610 hp-610a
    • Replies: 81
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  2. J

    Capehart Smoking

    Hello, Im new to Audio Karma. I had an old Capehart that was passed down to me from my grandparents. It worked for a while, but recently when plugged in it started smoking. When I plug it in now it doesn't do anything. Any idea what to target here for repair? Thanks! Josh
  3. esteboune

    Yamaha CR-1020 restoration

    Hello Folks, I have a beautiful CR-1020 that needs some attention. It is in overall good working condition. However, there is a couple of minor issues: the lights are gone some pots are scratchy and need a good cleaning the wooden cabinet requires some love I recently became addicted to...
    • esteboune
    • Thread
    • cr-1020 recap restoration yamaha
    • Replies: 61
    • Forum: Yamaha
  4. Homebrook

    Kenwood KX-1030 Worth Keeping?

    I recently purchased a Kenwood KX-1030 on Ebay. It didn't work, but externally it was in excellent condition, so I went for it at the reasonable price being asked. I thought it might just need belts and that perhaps I could get it working. After getting it I was initially pleased, because it...
    • Homebrook
    • Thread
    • capacitors capstan motor kenwood kx-1030 pinch roller restoration tape head
    • Replies: 105
    • Forum: Tape
  5. N

    Can someone near Chicago restore my Pioneer SX-950?

    Hi Everyone, I apologize if I'm not supposed to post this here? I have posted in quite sometime. I'm finally getting to the point where I'm tired of my Pioneer SX-950 receiver just sitting around. I have a set of ADS L-710's to go with it. It's essentially sitting in my living room starring at...
  6. Wombaton

    Destroyed cabinet edges -- fix or give up?

    I have been fairly successful recently pulling vintage speakers out of trash heaps. More than once I've found cabinets with blown corners and edges: water damage or just being dropped, I guess. Here is one on H.H.Scott S-197. These speakers have marginal quality cabinets anyway. And here is...
    • Wombaton
    • Thread
    • cabinet repair restoration
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Speakers
  7. K

    Uh oh. Bought another pair of KLH (Model 17)

    This could become a trend. Recently, I posted that I rediscovered my KLH model 6 speakers which had been relegated to a closet for a decade or two. I was so impressed when I hooked them up to a good source (even without replacing capacitors) that I decided to try to find another pair for my...
    • KeithTr
    • Thread
    • klh klh 17 klh 6 restoration
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Speakers
  8. tonythetech

    Pioneer SX-580 Multiple Issues!!!

    Hi all, I recently picked up a Pioneer SX-580 and it came in rough condition but, still worked! Upon further digging, most of the capacitors where shot and the FM tuner potion would not pick up any stations, even with a antenna attached. The only time the FM worked is when it was in mono FM...
  9. R

    Thoughts on restoring a Dynaco ST70

    Hi everyone, I recently came in possession of an ST70 factory wired, all original components. Other than a hum in one of the channels that I traced to the 7199 tube on one side, it's fully functional. I'm very comfortable around electronics but I am relatively new to tubes. I want to ask you...
    • radu_c
    • Thread
    • 7199 dynaco gz34 restoration st70 tubes
    • Replies: 62
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  10. jFF_Bulbo

    Marantz 2235b tuner cord.

    Hello. I have a 2235b in restoration. The tuner cord is giving me problems, is out of position. Whit user's manual just can't set it properly. Can anyone helpme with a photo of a tuner cord properly installed? Thank you in advance .
  11. Shubaka

    Philips GA-212 Electronic - Bringing to life

    Hi all, A friend of mine gave me this turntable in a bad shape and in non working condition, so I thought I could share the work process on it. It has a ton of problems: NOT POWERING UP Power switch broken Missing bottom screws (so basically falls apart) Scratched and bent face and metal...
    • Shubaka
    • Thread
    • diy philips 212 restoration
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. James Cox

    Scott 340b powerswitch

    Hi, i have a scott 340b that needs the power switch replaced. I found a switchcraft spdt switch but wanted to double check that it would work for my needs. Its rated at 125v but that seems low for a powerswitch. Will this work? If not what ratings should i be looking for on the switch? Also...
    • James Cox
    • Thread
    • 340b powerswitch restoration scott switchcraft tubes
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  13. James Cox

    Sansui 1000a rectifier value

    Hi, im working on restoring a Sansui 1000a. Ive got the parts list together except i cant figure out what value i need to getnfor the rectifier diodes. Tried searching but came up empty. Any suggestions?
  14. Sergimm

    Restoration of a filthy (and hacked) Luxman L1

    I'm about to restore a Luxman L1 that I got recently. The L1 was the simplest of the "Studio Standard Series" from Luxman in 1979. I love this amp because, while being simpler than the rest of the line, it is surprisingly slim for the time, and (when in good condition) punches way above its...
  15. V

    Beginner learning the restoration ropes, are caps my culprit?

    Hey everyone, just getting my feet wet in the world of vintage hi-fi. I've always had a passive interest, but the Techmoan channel on YouTube pushed me over the edge and now I've started collecting things from local auctions, etc. I grabbed a Pioneer Centrex TH-3131 (receiver/turntable/8-track)...
    • V1xIII
    • Thread
    • beginner restoration troubleshooting
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
  16. Sglaw461

    Sansui 7000 rebuild documented.

    Hi all, Picked up a 7000 that had been sitting for around 20 years unused. In reasonable cosmetic shape, only 1 tuner dial lamp working and 5 of 8 indicators working, dial indicator blown also. No scratches in the wood. Decided to go through the whole unit. I'll start this with the external...
  17. J

    Restore of AU-7900 - Thank You!

    Just wanted to say a heartfelt thanks to the collected knowledge here on AK. Using the information on these forums, I was able to successfully restore a Sansui AU-7900 that was experiencing periodic pops and clicks - bad enough that the protection circuit would kick in. Final restoration...
  18. mattsd

    Sansui AU-20000 Restoration and Upgrade Thread

    I recently got this amp from a very good friend to completely restore and upgrade where possible. This is one of my all time favorite amps, the looks and sound are amazing. The front end is completely modular, all the boards except for the tape copy board (F-2503) can be taken out and...
  19. P

    Fixing Onkyo CP-1400

    Hi all, I’m new to turntables and recently got my dad’s old set up which has been neglected. He said it was a wedding gift and he’s never used the turntable. So far I have cleaned the dust off and saw that it needs a new belt. When I turned it on the motor was working. I was also thinking about...
  20. B

    Kenwood KA 5500 - Recapping - Capcitor Tolerance

    Hey guys, so I bought a Kenwood KA 5500 and I want to recap it. I mainly follow this list https://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/kenwood-ka-5500-recap-parts-list-bom.770139/ I'm from Germany so mouser is no option for me, due to insanely high shipping costs. This isn't too bad, since...
  21. S

    Replacing two 37 year old filter caps; where do I start?

    Please excuse my ignorance, I'm new to the world of recapping vintage receivers. I have an original Pioneer SX-50 that's getting up there in age, and I'd like to start by replacing the main filter caps for good measure. They're a pair of Nichicon 8200uf 50v caps with an 85c rating. What would be...
    • Saffire
    • Thread
    • capacitor pioneer recapping restoration
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: DIY
  22. C

    Restoration of Acoustic Research AR3 Speakers

    So I fairly recently obtained a pair of AR3 speakers that were in pretty bad shape and, with the generous support of members on this forum and a few other sources (more on that later) I managed to restore them to what I feel is a good representation of their former glory. I wanted to share my...
    • Cropper
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar3 cabinet crossover diy recap refinish repair restoration speakers
    • Replies: 31
    • Forum: DIY
  23. schoocom

    Pioneer H-R9000 - Help please ...

    Hi guys. I have at the moment on the bench a wonderful H-R9000. It is there for a full recap and some transistor is change of course. Everything runs perfectly except that a yellow wire is coming out of the rotary switch and goes ... nowhere. If someone has this device I would really...
  24. Wombaton

    Fixing up and restoring a Kenwood KA-5002 integrated amplifier

    This is a recent eBay purchase that I am planning to recap eventually. Unlike the dead / problematic KA-4002 unit I am working on in parallel, this one is mostly working. Also, while just as handy as KA-4002, this amp is way more pretty, at least IMO. So my plan is to fix it up first and then...
  25. Wombaton

    Help / guidance with fixing up a KA-4002 integrated amp?

    Dear All, I have an (originally) non-working KA-4002 unit that I recently recapped following this useful thread: https://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/basic-recap-and-restore-bom-parts-list-on-kenwood-ka-4002-integrated-amp.767861/ All of the caps mentioned in the thread BOM...
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