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Hello! I have a Grundig KS 752 U and I need to purchase a new needle for the turntable. Does anyone have any information oh this? I have searched the internet, but have not found any information. I have checked sites like The Radio Museum, and found schematics, but no needle information. I have...
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I recently got a Magnavox stereo console to upgrade off of Facebook Marketplace. I checked it out in person, and the console turns on and can very poorly play AM/FM radio, which seemed like good signs of an excellent base to work off of.
I took it to an audio shop to get checked...
My friend, who wanted a neat vintage stereo console to put into his house, bought what he thought was a Magnavox console in good shape that just needed a little restoration work. When he got it home and showed me the pictures, I told him it was missing its power amp! Not only that but it's...
Note attached photos of an RCA Amp, solid state, pulled from RCA model VLT-41S featuring Tape input, AM/FM, Phono Stereo Console. I am seeking a schematic drawing to recap the amp.
Any insights would be appreciated. I get good quality sound from the right side, but the left is weak and...
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First let me say that I am very new to audio and tube based electronics. With that said, I recently recapped my first tube amp and preamp in a 59 Zenith SFD220. I also replaced every resistor as there were many pretty far out of spec. This is the "weird" Zenith, as I have come...
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I saw this for sale and like the look, but haven't heard back any more information. Anyone recognize it. I know it's not much to see, but only photo I have so far.
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A little while ago, I stumbled across some pictures online of a console series that I grew up with for many years. There's 6 pictures below, but they're not all the same unit. Only 2 are from the same unit that I'm aware of. But, they all look very much similar.
The one I...
Just picked up a Zenith Tube console I want to restore. It powers on and I have sound coming out of the small tweeters but nothing out of the 12" woofers. I'm going to start with cleaning the pots first before I move on unless there are any other suggestions. Everything inside looks to be...
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Couldn't find anything online about this stereo console. Just to start, if you are reading this, thank you for your help and input.
I have what I believe to be a Zenith Model ML2685H stereo console. I found it at Goodwill and it's in relatively great shape. The left speakers don't...
Hello everyone, I recently acquired an early 1960s Zenith stereo console. It has the drivers listed above. I have a few questions. Firstly, as anyone familiar with the 49D856 (right) and 49D972 (left) drivers? Secondly, does anyone know what the capacitance value of the capacitor attached to the...
Hey there. New to this forum. I bought a Zenith 960 on Facebook last week and I am so excited. Its amazing and got a great deal. I've already cleaned her up a bit and replaced a few bulbs. Its so cool. I do have a couple issues though. One is that I can not for the life of me find the model...
Hi audio frieds - I just bought a vintage Grundig KS 680 U stereo console in near perfect condition - except it has some sound issues. What is this thing - besides being heavy as hell!
I love it and would like to know more about it, what it's worth and sources for parts and tech info. I'm...
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A Console recently came available locally, and the seller states it is tube. I don't see the words solid-state anywhere, so will make the assumption he has it right.
Looking at the item, it's not especially visually appealing, and the TT doesn't appear branded, so I'm not sure that...
Need to know the model number for this 1960s Magnavox Imperial S600 micromatic turntable. I also need to know which idler wheel and needle to get for it, appreciate any help, thank you. Here are some pics btw.
Could anyone here help me identify this Stereo Console? I am picking her up later this evening (free post on local CL), but don’t know a thing about Zenith consoles. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Seller said that he thinks it hasn't been used in 40 years. Yikes!
First, sorry if this isn't the place for this thread!
Now, I know, I know, stereo consoles are the worst. The speakers tend to be bad and the design of putting the turntable in the same body as the speakers is awful. I'm totally with you and I agree.
But I think they're awesome anyway. This...