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vintage

  1. J

    New to Vintage

    New to vintage. Starting with Sansui 7070 and, yes, love em I’d hate em Series II 901s. Glad to be here. Looking forward to learning more
  2. TheWolf82

    Help! Info about Acoustic Research TSW 115p?!?!?! Powered version??

    Hi everyone, Been awhile but I'm back as I knew I would be! Will be picking up a pair of Acoustic Research TWS 115p speakers tonight. I've seen TWS series speakers but never a powered version. Upon looking online, there is ZIP, NADA, NOTHING online anywhere about these babies. There seems to be...
    • TheWolf82
    • Thread
    • acoustic research acoustic suspension speakers ar powered speakers tsw vintage
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. Multiplex

    Bringing a vintage DAC into a new age?

    I know it's old, but I still love it... I have a Theta DS-Pro Generation V-a DAC from the late 90's. It's the "updated" one with the 3rd LED for HDCD and balanced XLR outs. Unfortunately, having picked this up second hand with no documentation, I really don't know much about it's capabilities...
    • Multiplex
    • Thread
    • dac dspro generation streaming theta vintage
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: DACs
  4. 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
  5. M

    Old and troubled mixer with no love and care

    Hi, I just received an old mixer from the eighties that has been stored away in a basement for more than 20 years. It was stored in a flight case and all the pots and faders are "glued" and wont move at all. Of corse I dont use much strength to try to move them since that would totally damage...
  6. 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
  7. RSMRecording

    Need Help Identifying Unknown Power Amp

    Hello, This is my first post in this particular section on AK, I have been member since 2015. I have an old power amp kit or homemade unit and I don't have any information regarding its origin. I searched in google for an 1 hour today trying to find a kit manual or vintage AD. I thought...
  8. Halisson

    Marantz 2385 Restore

    Hi tech friends, I want to share this work I did on this Marantz 2385. It was a long but good work. I am a small company from Brazil and I am especially grateful to Audiokarma for sharing knowledge which made me aware of these and other electronic restoration and repair jobs. In our country...
    • Halisson
    • Thread
    • marantz marantz2385 monster receiver receiver vintage
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Marantz Audio
  9. G

    Vintage 8 track reciever to aux

    Hey! Been lurking for a while and I'm finally creating an account. I came across a Craig 3303 at a goodwill for 5 bucks and I couldn't resist, I love 8 track players. And I have a few questions I haven't been able to sort out myself. This is all before my time and I am semi-new to vintage...
  10. techkiller80

    PC wont work hooked up to aux port

    So here's my connection. 3.5mm out of my pc to red/white rca into aux port i can hear the volume but it's very very quiet and only if i crank the receiver. However when i hook to my Phono port in the receiver it sounds great, my problem is my record player is hooked into my phono port...
  11. BilboBaggins

    Vintage Mongoose BMX

    I have been looking for a good bike for my grandson for a while. I saw this mongoose, and just couldn’t resist. I’ve rebuilt BMX bikes in the mid 80s, but haven’t really dabbled with them aside from that. I lean towards touring and mountain bike for my own needs. I am hoping there will be...
  12. Z

    Advice on Speakers for a Vintage Setup

    Hello! I'm building my first proper HiFi system - I'm trying to go for a vintage aesthetic with a slightly warm sound. I've acquired a beautiful vintage Pioneer SA-510 amp which will be at the centre of the setup. I've gone for a modern Yamaha CDS-300 CD player because I couldn't turn it down...
  13. drbranch

    My new old system

    just moved to a new/old house so thought it deserved this kind of system: Scott 222-B tube amplifier, Scott 350B tube tuner, KLH model 5 speakers (currently building stands), Rega Planar RP-1 turntable, JVC XL-V211 CD player, Pioneer RT-1020L reel to reel, and aPanamax M5100-EX power...
  14. AlexHempel

    Pioneer M-22; Worth a Repair Attempt?

    Greetings AK denizens, I recently purchased a Pioneer M-22 on Ebay and am in a bit of a quandry. The first few times I flipped the switch it refused to turn on (no LED, no relay clicking, and no output on the terminals). I then plugged the cord into a different outlet and it powered up. In...
  15. BSR OWNER

    WHAT KIND OF CARTRIDGE IS THIS?

    Can somebody...PLEASE...tell me what kind of cartridge this is? It looks like an original cartridge sold in Dual 1019 Turntables. Is it a MM or MC or just ceramic? I don't know. I would appreciate any input on this vintage cartridge.
  16. foo.kamikaze

    2019 Value of ADS L1590 series 2

    Hi, I have an opportunity to purchase a pair of ADS L1590ii speakers. I've bought a couple items from a local Craigslist seller, and what he sells is always original, and in great condition. Here is as much detail I can give: ADS L1590 series 2 Speaker terminals on the underside Black metal...
  17. J

    I got a BSR MCD8050. It won't do anything. Please help!

    I'm not sure where to put this so I'm going to put it here and hope for the best. I recently acquired a BSR MCD8050 CD/Cassette combo. It won't do anything when I press any of the buttons. All the belts and stuff inside are good. I'm stumped. Please help!
    • Justin Hogan
    • Thread
    • bsr help trouble shooting troubleshoot troubleshooting vintage
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  18. J

    SERIOUS problems with my JVC JL-F30

    This one might be hard to explain, but I'm gonna try my best. Recently, I acquired a JVC JL-F30 fully-automatic turntable. The only big problem it had initially was that the arm raising assembly was completely broken. Since then, some new problems have come up. They are as follows: When I try...
    • Justin Hogan
    • Thread
    • automatic help jvc trouble shooting troubleshoot troubleshooting turntable vintage
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  19. Kirkstall

    Onkyo A-10 or should I go modern?

    Hi all, First time poster, long time lurker. Found a lovely Onkyo A-10 for sale near me. Its around £600. I have just purchased a pair of ATC SCM7s (v1), and I own some Kef 105.2s which are my daily drivers. I was thinking of pairing the Onkyo with them. I've spent a lot of time reading and...
  20. P

    Restoring and Cleaning Amplifier Internals

    I've come across a Pioneer SA-510 that was kept in the garage as an amplifier. It started "acting weird" so it was given to me. I respect the vintage tech, and want to bring this thing back to life for normal use in a cared for environment. It's got 2 problems. It is oxidized inside. Rusted on...
    • pkalder
    • Thread
    • alcohol amp amplifier board circuit boards cleaning oxidation pcb restore vintage
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: DIY
  21. T

    Need Speaker Suggestions For Vintage Receiver

    I've been advised to pair my Pioneer SX-636 (25 wpc) with some newer speakers. Can anyone here make any recommendations? My room is around 120 s.f. and my budget is around $75-$150. I mostly listen to Opera and classical, and in an apartment so I won't be blasting it too much, but I'd like to...
    • Tosca
    • Thread
    • speakers vintage
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Speakers
  22. KarlK

    Not that new here...

    Registered 11 years ago but had not posted anything until a few days ago so I figure it's time I introduce myself a little. My name is Karl, 55 years old, divorced, freshly retired USCG officer, vintage receiver enthusiast with a preference for the SX-'50's series from Pioneer. I own several of...
    • KarlK
    • Thread
    • pioneeer sx receiver advice vintage
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Introductions
  23. H

    Vintage Direct Drive turntables 'by reliability'

    Hello all, I'm new to the forum. I'm hoping you can help with this: A relative of mine would like to get a vintage DD turntable but he's got no clue so he asked me for help, but I'm far from being an expert. I've done a fair bit of research on the topic. I own a DD TT myself (the good old...
    • heinza1983
    • Thread
    • dd direct drive issues problems reliability reliable tt turntable vintage
    • Replies: 72
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. MildBillBC

    F.M.I. - Nuance I (any information?)

    Update #1 This is my first post, I apologize if I posted this question wrong, or in the wrong area. I found two pairs of F.M.I. speakers on craigslist that looked, interesting (like a gamble). The seller only noted they were Fulton speakers, and had two pictures, both were views of the front...
    • MildBillBC
    • Thread
    • f.m.i. fulton fulton musical industries information nuance nuance 1 nuance i speakers vintage
    • Replies: 37
    • Forum: Speakers
  25. N

    Toshiba 3 Speed Portable Turntable

    Hi everyone! I bought this portable turntable today and I just want to ask what this part is for. It's located at the back part of the record player, and I tried connecting speaker wires to it, but nothing comes out of the speakers. So yep, just want to know what this is for. Thanks to all of...
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