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  1. R

    Dim Bulb Tester Question

    So I'm still relatively new to working on these older amplifiers and such but I always want to make sure I get things done right. I've been working on and diagnosing an issue with a Pioneer M-90a I imported from Japan. Evidently the predrivers have failed and everything down the board is getting...
    • Rotary
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    • dbt diy repair restore
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: DIY
  2. C

    Monarch SAT-260X – service manual / schematic needed

    Hey! I’m currently restoring a Monarch SAT-260X integrated amplifier and I’m trying to track down the service manual / schematic as well as the user manual. I’ve searched around but haven’t had any luck finding them elsewhere. I believe they’re available on HiFi Engine, though registration seems...
    • Chetdavis
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    • manual repair repair advice help needed restore shcematics
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Solid State
  3. richiem46

    HH Scott 370R restored and sounding Great

    Last year I obtained a scott 340R and restored it kind of on a "whim". It was a nice looking piece of equipment especially after being cleaned up. I re-capped the entire unit and aligned the FM section. When I was finisged I was very inpressed with how great the 340R sounded so I did a bit of...
  4. Schmurpy

    Manual for Project One Mark 1500, or Telefunken TR-1500 DC.

    Hello, does anyone have the manual for either the Project One Mark 1500, or Telefunken TR-1500 DC?
    • Schmurpy
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    • bias documentation information offset pacific stereo rare receiver repair restore service
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  5. U

    Marantz 2230 Restoration Parts List

    Anyone have a recent 2230 parts list? I’m wanting to rebuild mine and any help to find the current recommended caps, transistors, diodes and other parts will be much appreciated!
  6. P

    Kenwood KA-5500 - Recap / Restore

    Hi, I have had this Kenwood KA-5500 for a while now, and since I have had it, it has had an issue where the left channel volume was higher than the right and after it had been running for a bit I would get scratchiness / static in both channels (Even with volume all the way down) and shortly...
  7. C

    Technics SL-1350 Rebuild Thread

    Ever since we put a new head shell in, hit play and the previously dormant unit started smelling hot after some play time the Technics SL-1350 has been hanging out in the basement waiting for review. It is time for a rebuild thread. I'll eventually push the docs to a git, just like the Sansui...
    • Crumbs
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    • restore sl-1350 technics turntable
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. tutor_turtle

    MA5100 rebuild kit?

    I have a nice, clean, original MA5100 on the bench for a total rebuild. Crackling in right channel after a few hours. Other than that the sound is a little "thin". No noise, hum or buzzing. The controls are smooth and silent. After 55 years the capacitors have surely perished. I have seen one...
  9. amirnir

    Restoring Sherwood S-5500 capacitors inquiry

    Hi there! I've got this amp last year in pretty good shape but it needed a re-cap, etc. I just decided to go back into this project and while examing the components I need, I found that one of the electrolytic capcitors is functioning in a negative current. Maybe it is a silly question, but I...
    • amirnir
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    • capacitor can restore tube amp help
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  10. T

    Hello I’m new here ! Ready to learn ! Nice to see you all :-)

    Hi I’m Terry , QLD Australia , I love vintage audio and aircraft . I owned a Luxman L-100 integrated amp Australian delivery .I purchased 30 years ago with a droopy left channel that would work when it warmed up , I never got to fix it and sold the old girl last year to a collector , by then the...
    • Terry O
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    • introduction luxman l series amplifiers new restore
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: Solid State
  11. L

    McIntosh MX151 color of outer case

    I got a Mcintosh MX151 that the case has really taking a beating scratch everyway, and yes the faceplate is in pieces, I don't what to spend the money on a new one so would like the color of the case. Any ideals ??? In the future I might want to sell it, so I would like the right McIntosh color.
    • lostman0077
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    • mcinstosh painting cases repair amplifier restoration restore
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  12. H

    Sansui g-8000 dead left channel

    Hey all, I came across a mint Sansui G-8000 at an estate sale. Looks like the left channel is struggling. I tested the phono input and the left channel is very quiet, if I increase volume the unit immediately goes into Protection mode. I’ve never restored a receiver but have plenty of...
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    Zenith console help!

    Hi everyone! First time poster. I’ve got a bit of a project on my hands. I picked up a Zenith RN2601 console from Facebook marketplace and of course, it has problems. The left channel is out, the audio is extremely quiet(about the volume of an iPhone), and it has virtually no bass. FM, AM, and...
    • Forsythe93
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    • diy repair amplifier restore zenith zenith console
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Solid State
  14. S

    Sansui Eight Bass

    I recently acquired an excellent condition Sansui Eight and was very excited to fire it up once I finally found a power cord after hearing all the rave about how great this receiver is. To my disappointment I was shocked when I fired it up and it simply paled in comparison to my Sansui 2000x and...
    • SSTPIERRE
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    • bass classic receivers marantz onkyo pioneer restoration restore sansui sansui eight yamaha
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Solid State
  15. Yemm66

    Thorens TD 145 mk1

    Hello and good morning! I have a Thorens TD 145 mk1 that I cannot get the platter to “bite” on startup. It spins fine, but I have to push the platter to get it going, otherwise it slips on the motor spindle. Once going it spins at 33.3. I have a brand new Thorens belt too. Spindle and platter...
    • Yemm66
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    • 145 mk1 belt capacitor repair restore td thorens vintage
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. S

    Looking for AK Tech or advice - Yamaha M-70

    Greetings All, Been doing some reading over the last months and year since I joined. I purchased an M-70 restore kit from eBay in hopes of repairing this device (in protection), but I just do not have the time, so I'm willing to spend some money on it since I spend the rest of my time working...
    • SilentHatch
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    • c-70 m-70 m70 restore tech vintage yamaha yammie yammies
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: Yamaha
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    Westinghouse Record Player Identifying

    Hello, I am hoping someone might be able to assist me in identifying the Westinghouse player in the photos. It looks a lot like a Westinghouse Rainbow Toner but the face appears to be more up to date and more of a replica of older models. Also, you will see that it is missing dials and knobs...
    • Matty Matt
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    • diy fix help ideas identify parts record player restore westinghouse
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Dollars and Sense
  18. S

    Help identifying the better Cap for recapping Pioneer SA 9100

    Hi guys, this is my first post here, So i want to recap and change a few bad transistors on mi amp, my question is what is the best option for the electrolitic capacitors? and i dont meand wich brand, i mean de type, know aboud film capacitors, bud i cant find a capacitor with that material...
    • speks
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    • dyi pioneer reccaping restore sa 9100
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: DIY
  19. R

    'Focus Speaker System' branded - mystery to me

    Badge says 'High Definition Monitor'. I was given some somewhat de-constructed floor standing speakers and would like to get them working. So far I have just one power ed up and the woofer but not the tweeter works. Also I am wondering if they worth working on from the standpoint of how will...
    • Radiowvs
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    • floor restore speaker standing vintage
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Speakers
  20. JDSmith

    Pioneer SA 7500 restoration

    Recently began working on an SA 7500 in good condition. (Not MK II) Unit appears to be in original condition and the boards have required minimal cleaning. So far only changed out speaker inputs for modern binding posts. Planning to recap and restore the unit to its best self. The interior...
    • JDSmith
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    • amplifier cleaning pioneer sa 7500 restore
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Pioneer Audio
  21. StanHerring

    Newby needs help- JBL L 101 Lancer

    I have a pair of L 101 Lancers that I've owned for ~35 years, they have not been used in about 15 years. Marble is in great shape, woofers need re-coned, and the grills got destroyed in a move many years ago. Can anyone advise on whether it is worth re-cone woofers or replace them? Also, does...
  22. richiem46

    My First HH Scott LK-72 Restoration

    I have restored about a dozen Fisher amplifiers of various types (KX-100, KX-200, 400, X202-B) and have enjoyed learning as I went with the help of folks on this forum. Folks here have a high regard for HH Scott equipment and I have been looking to acquire one to restore.
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    Need help restoring console

    Hey my name is Aaron looking for somebody who can help me restore my Motorola sk52w bought it from a couple that took out the middle speaker and the chassis I out it all back in speakers aren’t hooked to which idk where to attach them but I’m also looking for somebody that I can mail out these...
  24. Refugee

    MC2105 restore to former glory / parts list

    MC2105 restore to former glory / parts list I finally decided to restore my beloved MC2105. I am a hobbyist, not an engineer so my thoughts on circuit theory are to be taken with a grain of salt. That being said: I do have some insights that may help people that don’t do this work every day...
    • Refugee
    • Thread
    • 2100 2105 diy mc-2105 mc2100 mc2105 parts list re cap recap restore
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  25. jfouch59

    AU-717 rebuild recommendations

    Good Afternoon. I am looking for recommendations on a rebuild/restore service for my AU-717 amp. I bought this system when I was in the Air Force back in the late 70’s. I did a short tour in Korea and like a lot of other service guys back then, we all got big stereos for our rooms. I picked up...
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