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  1. Doug Robert

    Grundig KS 732 U Console, no sound

    Hi all, i recently picked up a Grundig KS 732U solid state console with Turntable at the thrift store, it was powered up by another guy so i did some poking around and discovered no sound at all, light in the cab would come on but TT wouldn't power and couldn't even get static from the radio...
    • Doug Robert
    • Thread
    • cabinet console grundig radio repair service solid state stereo troubleshooting turntable
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Solid State
  2. T

    Mc302

    Hi all, after reading miles of posts I decided to ask you something: Last week I've bought from a friend a MC302 poweramp and a C220 pre (this is still under official warranty 'till 2023). He has not used them for months and decided to sell them. They are in really near mint condition, but...
  3. N

    Unjamming an immaculate Technics SL-5 (with photos)

    Hi all, first post! I find myself surprisingly expeled from Vinyl Engine [1] and instead of faking my way back in I've decided to turn a new leaf and start somewhere else. I bought a Technics SL-5 a few months ago which was advertised as being in perfect working order. This was close to true...
    • Neil Vine
    • Thread
    • linear tracking repair service sl-5 technics tonearm
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. D

    B&O Beolab 5000 repair

    Hi Folks, This is my first ever post on here but I have a query and wonder if anyone can help me with it. I recently purchased a second hand B&O beolab 5000. It works, and sounds great. All of the front panel is in really good condition, with no faded text and the acrylic sliders are still...
  5. vinylmad65

    Thorens TD226 service manual - any out there ?

    My beloved Thorens TD226 went "POP" and a terrible smelly cloud of smoke came out, and it came to a standstill. Guessing it is just a capacitor but local service people are reluctant to repair without a service manual - which I cannot find. Does anyone have access to one please, or ideas on...
  6. Bound2Glory

    HELP! Pioneer SX-1050 and SA-9800 Service/Restoration needed

    Greetings to all my fellow vintage hi-fi lovers! I am truly at my wit's end!! I have the two aforementioned Pioneer receiver & amplifier, and it's been an absolute nightmare to try and find anyone worth a damn that can get them restored or serviced properly. I'll spare everyone all the...
    • Bound2Glory
    • Thread
    • pioneer restoration sa-9800 service sx-1050 technician
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Solid State
  7. ZeroFks

    Looking for: Vintage Turntable Repair New Jersey

    Hey guys! Hoping someone might be able to point me in the direction of an experienced tech in the vicinity of Randolph or Newark NJ. Thanks for your help! Cheers, Jeremy
  8. M

    Sony TC-377 Parts Help

    Hi All, I've come across a Sony TC-377 tape deck which is cosmetically in superb condition. I am familiar with these decks and have serviced them before. It looks as if someone was part way through servicing the unit when it was abandoned for whatever reason. All parts are there except for the...
    • Mrnoname
    • Thread
    • parts reel service sony tc-377
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Tape
  9. D

    Servicing Technics SL 1600

    Recently got a second hand technics sl 1600 that needed some general maintenance, youtube and this forum have been very helpful! I was able to re grease the tone arm cuing mechanism and clean the pots. Lots of dust build up at well. I wasn’t sure if there was any benefit/safe to spray some...
  10. 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
  11. M

    Denon DR-M44 control wheel chuffing on stop

    Hi, I have a new (to me) Denon DR-M44 cassette deck. All the controls work, play, FF, RW etc. but if I hit stop, or it the tape rewinds to the end and performs auto-stop, there is some back and forth chuffing of the "mode control" gear. It's turning slightly back and forth several times before...
    • mixographer
    • Thread
    • dennon help repair service
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Tape
  12. B

    Looking for service tech in Tucson, AZ

    Hi All, Long time lurker, first time poster. Can anyone recommend a local (or semi-local) to me service tech to repair/restore my Yamaha M-80 power amplifier. I'm located in Tucson, Arizona. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
    • Beer30
    • Thread
    • m-80 power amplifier repair service yamaha
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Yamaha
  13. jFF_Bulbo

    capacitors opinions.

    Hello AK´ers I am restoring and upgrading my Marantz 2385. preamp section is almost done!! I´d like to replace the main capacitors for new ones. the 2385 have the pair of duals 6800uf/85v, i think to install 4*10000uf/100v is a good idea. I found cheaps caps here, but i can´t find the...
    • jFF_Bulbo
    • Thread
    • 2385 capacitors help marantz marantz audio project restoracion service upgrade vintage
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Marantz Audio
  14. J

    Sanyo 3in1 Tape Service

    G'day forum, first time poster. I've recently got a Sanyo JXT 6440k for nothing, thought I might tinker and see if I can get it up to scratch, it was in very poor condition when I got it. Anyway, the cassette player seams to not play or record. The buttons operate start and stop and FF, rewind...
    • JimmyfromAus
    • Thread
    • 3in1 cassette sanyo service tape
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  15. Crummwoody

    Concept Receiver Repair/Restoration

    I could use some help from AK members. I own a couple of Concept 11.0 receivers and need to know what service and restoration choices are out there. I am aware of a business that services Concept, but I was told they have a waiting list greater than four years! A lot can happen in that time...
    • Crummwoody
    • Thread
    • concept repair restoration service vintage
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Solid State
  16. G

    DBX Sound processor Repair shop

    Hello, I currently own a lot of dbx digital series sound processor gear, (400X-DS, 120X DS, 224X DS, 3BX DS etc..) just recently, my dbx 14/10 equalizer has started to act up and needs servicing. Does anyone know of a place that specializes in repairing / servicing these vintage sound...
    • Gary Caban
    • Thread
    • dbx dbx 14/10 equalizer/spectrum analizer repair service service guide vintage vintage equipment
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: General Audio Discussion
  17. Stavro

    ReVox b285 help please

    Hi all - I recently got a ReVox b285 that was supposed to work, but it is giving me a DC fault. Does anyone know of a good technician to take it to in NYC? Thanks in advance.
    • Stavro
    • Thread
    • nyc revox revox b285 service technician
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Solid State
  18. SpiffMcSpiff

    Sears LXI Stereo Repair

    Alright so here goes. I'm working through some self inflicted issues with a Sears LXI 564.92581 receiver and finally decided I should swallow my ego and see what kind of responses I can get out of the AK community. I'm lacking in knowledge in stereo repair but am comfortable with multi-meter...
    • SpiffMcSpiff
    • Thread
    • repair sears service
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: DIY
  19. Johnny_Law

    C39 Service Manual / Feet?

    Wondering where I can find a service manual for the C39 and information on feet for the C39/MX130? Also, feet. My C39 has very small feet that don't extend lower than the front panel. They look original, and I've seen a few other posts (1, 2, 3) referring to such small feet, so perhaps some...
  20. Stink Bear

    Pioneer CT-F8282 service / bulb / knob?

    Hello, The tape deck followed me home from the local thrift store yesterday. I got a chance to look at it today, It needs belts. I replaced one of the belts with a rubber band to troubleshoot and got it going. I haven't played with tape decks much at all so I'm looking for advice on servicing...
    • Stink Bear
    • Thread
    • bulb ct-f8282 knob pioneer service
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  21. T

    JVC VL-5 pulley adjustment

    Hi, I bought a JVC VL-5 for my wife's birthday and it runs great - there's just one problem. it is slow when playing 45s. The service manual advises that the belt pulley needs to be the same height as the belt guide when in the 33 position but it is too low. it merely advises to adjust the...
    • Titan27
    • Thread
    • adjust jvc pulley service vl-5
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY
  22. robitaille03

    Where around upstate NY to get R2R serviced?

    Hello - I am writing to ask where, if any, are the places to get a R2R deck serviced in upstate NY (I live near Syracuse), or even the closest ones if none exist around here. We do have one place locally but I’ve taken a few pieces there recently and the work has been less than optimal. Any...
    • robitaille03
    • Thread
    • new york r2r service tape technics
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tape
  23. schanson

    Pioneer SX-1250 Need Help

    Hey everyone! This is my first post, although I have been lurking for a few years. I have a Pioneer SX-1250 that I picked up about 10 years ago and have fallen in love with this thing. Sadly this week it started having some issues. After about 30 minutes of listening is starts to pop in both...
  24. Ronito6

    Educational DIYer Vid - McIntosh repair

    For those of you who fancy repairs in general, here is my favorite YouTube tech Mr. Carlson taking on a McIntosh C29. If you like lern'n....enjoy.
  25. dostrye

    Any Dual service people out there on the West Coast?

    Hey everyone! I have a Dual 1219 turntable that I am trying to get serviced, and I would like to keep this work on the West Coast. (I live in the Seattle area). I am the second owner of this turntable, and it is in pristine shape. I am looking for someone experienced with the Dual 1200 series...
    • dostrye
    • Thread
    • dual dual 1219 rebuild service west coast
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Turntables
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