Few would disagree that setting the tracking pressure is an important part of configuring and adjusting a turntable for best performance. But what should you use to check the pressure and how do you chose what setting to use? Continue reading “Stylus Tracking Force Gauges”
Sony TC-377 Reel to Reel. Service
My TC-377 looks great and initial tests were promising. Now it’s time to have a look inside and give it a bit of a service.
Denon UD-M30 CD Receiver volume problem fix
The Denon UD M30 is a rightly popular mini system which delivers excellent sound from a unit the size of a shoe box.
Mine was purchased as a replacement for a very nice Marantz separates system which would not fit in our newly decorated lounge. The bijou Denon gave the Marantz a run for it’s money, much to my surprise. Unfortunately it recently developed a problem with the volume control. Continue reading “Denon UD-M30 CD Receiver volume problem fix”
Mission Cyrus One Amplifier. A look inside
I have a magnificent Mission Cyrus Amplifier which is the heart of my system. I was bought second hand of course.
This is one of the later ones, with the heavy cast chassis, toggle power switch and 5 inputs. Let’s have a look inside. Continue reading “Mission Cyrus One Amplifier. A look inside”
Yamaha KX-480 cassette deck.
As part of my own personal polyester revival I bought this beauty.
When I opened it up I found some surprises. Continue reading “Yamaha KX-480 cassette deck.”
Recording tests with Sony TC 377
Having just bought a Sony TC-377 Reel to Reel recorder I had to try making some recordings and see how it performed before taking it apart for a good service.
I had already tried playback with an old mono recording of 1960’s music on a 5 inch Synchrotape tape. I could only hear it on one channel, which was correct for a a recording of this type. Continue reading “Recording tests with Sony TC 377”
Grundig TK 14 Portable valve mono reel to reel tape recorder
This was another boot sale find. I paid £20 for this and it came with a microphone.
No surprises that it didn’t work. The surprise was how simple the problem was. It was just a blown fuse. Ebay soon provided the necessary fuse and a couple of tapes to try it with. Continue reading “Grundig TK 14 Portable valve mono reel to reel tape recorder”
Sony TC-377 Reel to Reel. First impressions
So, that’s the Christmas and Birthday money spent then.
This was purchased from the antiques and vintage center at a local mill. No idea if it even works. So, now that I’ve got it home, whats the first impressions? Continue reading “Sony TC-377 Reel to Reel. First impressions”
Quad II Valve power amps and 22 control unit
I owned one of these magnificent systems. I taught me so much about valve electronics that I nearly ended up working for Quad.
Continue reading “Quad II Valve power amps and 22 control unit”
Sony Walkman WM-EX662 WM-EX550 Dismantle
The Sony Walkman WM-EX662 and WM-EX550 are almost identical high end portable cassette players. I have had mine apart. I took some pictures which you may find useful.