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  1. Roman68

    Philips ag2230! Tonearm repair.

    Hello everyone! I'm asking for help with repairing a Philips ag2230w. I am trying to eliminate play in the tonearm in the vertical plane of movement. I can't figure out how to disassemble the assembly, meaning how to remove the tonearm tube. Thank you in advance for your help!
    • Roman68
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    • hi fi philips philips ag2230 repair tonearm turntable vintage
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. P

    Yamaha PF-800 Potentiometers/Speed issues

    So I recently got a Yamaha PF800 and noticed it was having speed issues right off that bat. I cleaned the potentiometers with Deoxit and replaced all the caps on the power supply PCB. After replacing caps and deoxit I tried to test it again and it still seems to be reading fast (on 33 rpm is a...
  3. I

    Which Turntable Should i get?

    Hello! I am new here, I know this has probably been asked a million times but i am looking to upgrade from my cheap Victrola Turntable (I am aware its not great) to Something better as i slowly upgrade my setup from all ultra-budget to something far better. My current contenders within my budget...
  4. D

    Realistic Lab 420 upgrades?

    I happened to pick up a Realistic Lab 420 the other week for $50. I gave it some TLC and am honestly quite happy with it. I really wanted a full-auto table (for reasons that happen to share a name w/ the realistic), and it's also a beaut. I saw a forum post where a guy mentioned that they're...
  5. sleepycrow

    First Time Setup (Elac Miracord 50h II tt) - Questions & Advice

    Hey, it’s me again. Just started to get back on the hunt for a receiver/and or amp. I’m very new to turntables and I’m just looking for something to help give quality sound. I normally listen to rock so I do like good bass, but my system will be set up in my small room, haha. I don’t mind if...
    • sleepycrow
    • Thread
    • audiophile boston acoustic a40 buying advice elac miracord 50h newbie question receiver advice suggestions turntable turntable advice
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. mcaddie7

    QRK 12C (Russco) Turntable Restoration Help & Guidance

    Hi all, A few months ago I found a crusty old QRK 12C turntable which are guess are cousins to the famous Russco turntables? Basically built exactly the same so I took it upon my self to restore it. Was hoping any of you all that own and restored one of these chunky tables may be able to help...
    • mcaddie7
    • Thread
    • idler idler drive idlers motor rumble qrk 12c russco russco turntable turntable
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. david winter

    Mitsubishi LT-5V - Photodiode replacement in tracking servo & electrical (OPA) adjusments questions

    Hi, I have some difficulty repairing a Mitsubishi LT-5V vertical linear tracking turntable. I replaced one of the two photodiodes (broken) in the tracking servo assembly using a TEMD6200FX01 carefully installed and positioned above the light bulb. I need to know how to make the electrical...
    • david winter
    • Thread
    • linear mitsubishi photodiode transistor turntable
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. JP

    New W&F Analyzer + Polar Plots

    My project this week was a web browser based W&F analyzer application. It complies with AES6-2008 / DIN 45507 / IEC 60386 / CCIR 409-2 standards. It runs completely within your web browser and processes whatever files you give it on your computer. You can play with it here: W&F Analyzer If...
    • JP
    • Thread
    • measurement turntable w&f
    • Replies: 49
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. Dvanamps

    Technics SL-110 Restore

    Hi all Just purchased a new project and wondered if the group could help me to troubleshoot the problems being faced. The deck is an old Technics SL-110 (very similar to the SL-1100) with the following issues. No power on light on startup (very faint and flickering) Turns irregularly at...
    • Dvanamps
    • Thread
    • power supply assembly sl-110 speed adjustment technics technics 110 turntable
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. C

    Sony PS-T33 Tone Arm Drop

    Hey all. Working on a Sony table that is dropping the tone arm pretty violently due to lack of damping fluid. I have removed the little black rotating push rod and cleaned it and the brass plate it puts pressure against and reapplied some 500k silicone oil, but the tone arm is still dropping...
    • CaseyWKC
    • Thread
    • arm damage drop ps t33 repair sony turntable violent
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. D

    Pioneer PL-530 clicking noise at end of records

    Hello! I recently got into turntables and have been working on a PL-530 I got for an amazing deal. I replaced the capacitors and a fuse, as well as replaced the pad for the tonearm. My current problem right now lies in the tonearm auto return system, where at the end of a record, a loud...
    • DInman
    • Thread
    • pioneer pl-530 turntable turntable adjustment
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. D

    Yamaha GT-2000/Fidelity Research FR-64s pairing

    Have any current/previous owners of the Yamaha GT-2000 (or later ‘L’ and ‘X’ variants) ever mounted the 64s on it? This is a combo I’m interested in for my rig but wanted to know how easy/difficult the setup would be. Would it require an external base, arm elevation and spacers? Is there anyone...
    • dnova93
    • Thread
    • fidelity research fidelity research fr 64s hifi tonearm turntable yamaha yamaha gt-2000
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  13. A

    Modification: RCA Jack Mount Plate

    Many threads about this, but thought I'd make a new one rather than resurrect a dead one. Looking to modify my YP-D8 with a new RCA jack plate. My tech has offered to fashion me one from parts. The question: Having decided on which jacks to use (These from Parts Express: Chassis Mount...
  14. Roman68

    Roadstar rs5750 = Gelhard rs5750 (1978-1980)

    Hey everyone, I wanted to share some bench notes on a Roadstar RS-5750 I recently finished restoring. While the Roadstar name doesn't usually command much respect in audiophile circles, this 1978 model is a legitimate "sleeper" with some serious engineering under the hood—and a few odd budget...
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • direct drive gerhard hi fi matsushita roadstar tonearm turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. D

    Sourcing Pioneer PL-A25 parts?

    So I recently picked up a Pioneer PL-A25 for free on marketplace. The owner got it at the thrift and couldn't figure out how to make it work. It's in great condition looks-wise, but someone seems to have gutted two key parts. That's mainly the gears for the auto-system. I'm not sure why they...
  16. kennycrippen

    Dual 1229 Intermittent Noise, Video Included

    I have a Dual 1229 turntable that I've owned for around 13 years. Admittedly I have not had it serviced enough, but it's been a very solid workhorse with hardly any issues. The other day I noticed a noise, which I assumed was the motor. See YouTube video links below. I ordered a replacement...
    • kennycrippen
    • Thread
    • audio gear maintenance & cleaning dual dual 1229 idler assembly idler wheel turntable turntable adjustment turntable motor
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. D

    Phono preamp question

    Hey there! I’m fairly new to (but still not too versed with) the world of Hifi, yet I’m slowly building my system. So far I’ve purchased a used Russco Fidelity Pro phono preamp that I don’t know much about except that it was designed for broadcast and has very low noise, apparently a decent fit...
    • dnova93
    • Thread
    • audiophile hifi phono amp russco turntable
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Turntables
  18. J

    Pioneer PL-570x - Start/Motor/Voltage Issue?

    Had to pick up this 570x. Knowing it had this issue. You have to hold the start button for the platter to spin. And when it does, there’s a hum. It’s not connected to anything. Just plugged in. This was purchased on a US Air Force base in Japan. It has a voltage switch. It’s worthy of...
  19. david winter

    Sony PS-4300 - What replacements for 2SC1173(Y) and 2SC1760 ?

    Hi, I am trying to finish restoring a Sony PS-4300 turntable (fully recaped) which speeds start fluctuating after a few minutes. The 2SC1173Y is the output transistor of the motor control circuit (Q110, TO-220, BCE) and tests with a gain of 88 (should be 120+). As I don't have any KSC-1173Y, I...
  20. T

    Technics phono help.

    I got a technics Sa-5170 for a couple of bucks at a yard sale a bit ago. I went ahead to test it, everything worked fine exept for the phono stage. At regular volume it was very low and had a faint high pitched noise. And had a loud high pitched noise and would have a loud buzz and the bulbs...
  21. P

    Philips GA-247 idler wheel arm misaligned – speeds incorrect

    Hello everyone, I recently bought a Philips GA-247 turntable and I’m having an issue with the idler wheel arm alignment. When I select the speeds, the idler wheel does not touch the correct part of the motor pulley: At 16 RPM, instead of touching the thinnest step of the pulley, the idler wheel...
    • PabloGa247
    • Thread
    • phillips repair speed change problem turntable turntable adjustment
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. F

    My Dual turntable doubles as an AM receiver.

    I have an old 1229 Dual that had a frayed 2 foot (original) RCA cable. I replaced it with a new medium-priced RCA cable which is 3 times the length of the old cable. (about 6 foot) so it can connect directly with my receiver without using extensions. Volume appears to be increased, and it does...
    • Fisten
    • Thread
    • duel interference rca cable turntable
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. F

    Cartridge compatibility with Technics SL-1410MK2

    Hi, Recently I purchased a Technics SL-1410Mk2 and want to upgrade the cartridge and headshell. I’m looking at the AT-VM540ML but after doing some research I am struggling to find if it will be a good fit for the standard tonearm. The spec says the effective mass is 22g with a 6.5g cartridge and...
    • fbrooms
    • Thread
    • at540ml cartridge effective mass sl14-10mk2 technical help needed technics tonearm turntable
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. F

    Crackling and popping using Technics SL-1400 mk2

    Hi, I bought a turntable off eBay today - a technics SL-1410 mk2 to complete my setup which is a great bit of kit so I can listen to my records and when playing any records as soon as the stylus touches the record there are loads of crackling and popping sounds throughout. I use a pro-ject...
    • fbrooms
    • Thread
    • advice help technics turntable
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  25. patslice

    Vintage Sony TTS 3000 - 45 Spinning too fast ! Help me diagnose the problem...

    Hello! I'm helping a friend repairing his beautiful vintage Sony servo TTS-3000. The problem is only on the 45rpm side: it spins way too fast, at around 75rpm. 33 is working perfectly. Under the unit there's a screw to adjust the speed of both 33 and 45. The 33 allows some small adjustments...
    • patslice
    • Thread
    • 45rpm sony speed adjustment speed control issue speed issue turntable
    • Replies: 34
    • Forum: Turntables
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