Magnavox Consoles/Late 50s-Early 60s (Warning: Lg. Files)

[Dswankey]

 

[Dswankey]

 

[Speedbucket]

Hi guys, new to me 1st205h concert grand. Took out amps and tuner to be gone thru by tech who rebuilt my fisher 400 beautifully. The speakers were not fully hooked up so I need a diagram for this beast. Also how can I hook up iPhone rca jacks to the tuner as there is no aux inputs only(from the top)
ch1 phono ch2
Ch1 tape ch2
Mystery mono single jack input

Many thanks,
Greg

 

[dcgillespie]

The single RCA jack is likely a MPX output jack for use with an external MPX adapter to be able to receive FM MPX Stereo signals. As for creating an Aux input, the easiest way to accomplish that would likely be to get an external switch box unit that would allow the Tape input to be externally toggled between the Tape deck, and alternate sources you might wish to use.

Dave

 

[hairy carbin]

The single RCA jack is likely a MPX output jack for use with an external MPX adapter to be able to receive FM MPX Stereo signals. As for creating an Aux input, the easiest way to accomplish that would likely be to get an external switch box unit that would allow the Tape input to be externally toggled between the Tape deck, and alternate sources you might wish to use.

Dave

Thanks Dave, now I just need to figure out the speaker wiring. I understand the AMP150 left side and the AMP179BA each power a woofer and horn per side.

 

[madwing]

what happened to all the pics at the front of this thread? did they age out?

 

[Aerobat]

If they are on external file sharing services then anything can happen. Dropbox shut off public file sharing for free users a while back.

 

[GregBurke]

My 1959 Imperial . Picked it up a few months ago for $50. Re caped it and its a beast.

 

[SFVin]

The concerto! Thanks for posting this! I’ve been looking to date this console.

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[Tgz]

I just acquired a Belvedere in what I would call challenged condition. The power cord is thrashed and the cabinet is hard to imagine ever looking decent. It does appear to be complete however and the faceplate looks decent. It’s model 234K and the amplifier/receiver appears to have CR233 stamped on it. My plan was to tear it apart and repurpose the salvaged parts but from this thread it seems like that’s not advised as they are sort of built to work as configured. I’m happy to hear any information or advice on this. There is a turntable but I honestly can’t imagine fixing/using it.

 

[macyjrm]

I would encourage you to restore that one and maintain its original configuration. I see deep scratches and worse on the cabinet but it’s all fixable without too much effort. Right now it lacks charm because it’s really dirty. But it should clean up into a beautiful piece.

 

[SwingModern]

No catalogue. The envelope has the manual & gold seal certificate. No mention of stereo capability. Here's some pics of the amp also extension speaker. Last is the main speaker set.The two horns are Jensens', the 12" and 15" are Magnavox. The remote speaker is powered by the little amp. The turntable isn't a Collaro. It's a 4 speed with a lightly built arm. Looked for schematic-no joy. 162BB and 101AA amps . I'll have to ask over at the digital docs forum. I'll be happy to scan any of the docs I have with it. I'll PM you once that is done. Thanks for hard your work. This is a good reference thread. Cheers, Bob

Is that maggie a stereo amp with the second sound output on the bottom of the amp? the 162bb? thanks!

 

[Dswankey]

@SwingModern

No it is not, it's Mono

https://www.radiomuseum.org/r/magnavox_amp_162bb.html

 

[SwingModern]

@SwingModern

No it is not, it's Mono

https://www.radiomuseum.org/r/magnavox_amp_162bb.html

Thank you for the info! I have the opportunity to get one, along with the pre-amp (I think) that powers the radio. Is this is worthwhile project in your opinion? I'd like to use the amp, but not sure if running mono is worth it. thanks for your insight!

 

[Dswankey]

I have the opportunity to get one, ... Is this is worthwhile project in your opinion? I'd like to use the amp, but not sure if running mono is worth it.

^ Is this the same unit from your thread (see link below)?

What in addition to what has already been addressed in that thread are you looking for here?

Do you think this is something worth picking up as a project?

https://www.audiokarma.org/forums/i...navox-tube-stereo-model.966784/#post-14966368

 

[SwingModern]

^ Is this the same unit from your thread (see link below)?

What in addition to what has already been addressed in that thread are you looking for here?



https://www.audiokarma.org/forums/i...navox-tube-stereo-model.966784/#post-14966368

more opinions from different people.

Why do you care?

 

[ericc129]

I'm going to hate myself for not grabbing this for 59 dollars.....someone convince me!!....is that a mono amp with a 15 inch speaker...I can't find anything on The American.....i kknow some had tvs.....but I'm stunned by the mint quality

 

[M.Yu]

I'm going to hate myself for not grabbing this for 59 dollars.....someone convince me!!....is that a mono amp with a 15 inch speaker...I can't find anything on The American.....i kknow some had tvs.....but I'm stunned by the mint quality

Does it have a big horn in it?

 

[cademan]

I'm going to hate myself for not grabbing this for 59 dollars.....someone convince me!!....is that a mono amp with a 15 inch speaker...I can't find anything on The American.....i kknow some had tvs.....but I'm stunned by the mint quality

Looks like the one I had a few years back. If it is, it is mono with push pull 6L6's. Mine did not have a horn. That 15 inch is full range.

 

[Dswankey]

....is that a mono amp with a 15 inch speaker...I can't find anything on The American..... I'm stunned by the mint quality

Yes it is a Mono amp and the cabinet build quality was/is outstanding

https://www.antiqueradios.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=157083