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BTH K10A

19-02-2012, 17:37

[QUOTE=bogle111;298347]The only trouble with JBL is their illogical numbering system. Never did learn it. L200A, L200B all about x'overs and cabinets I believe. Mirror image cabinets? - the only L200 models I remember had 2 units: horn above the bass unit. Only ever saw one pair of Jubals for sale in Germany a long time ago, for about £1400 equiv. too much, too far then.

L200's were the domestic equivalent of the 4325 and used the 2420 compression drive and LE15B bass units, and there lies the problem. The LE15a or 2215 (its pro designation) is a fantastic speaker. The LE15B is not and produces a boomy fat bass. Apparently the L200 was designed for rich corporate types who wanted studio monitors in their home. The JBL enginers / marketing men decided that these buyers would prefer a fatter base.

I had a pair (later verions with a better looking grillcloth) along with the 4333b's and the L200 were much improved by substituting the LE15B for a 2235 and suitable crossover. I also added 2405 slot tweeters with an N8000 crossover. Ultimately they were very close to the 4333B and INHO better looking.

I also had another pair plus a single of large JBL studio monitors at the same time as the others. These all went when I got my Array 1400's

This was taken about 9 years ago
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f120/emttsd15/105-0544_IMG-4.jpg

Barry

19-02-2012, 23:59

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120859077179?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Well it went for £1,195. Some what higher than 'my' £205, but a reasonable price nonetheless.

The Grand Wazoo

20-02-2012, 00:06

.....and the Sequerra (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sequerra-FM-Reference-Tuner-/120859064567?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Tuners&hash=item1c23c2f8f7) went for £1470.

Rare Bird

21-02-2012, 12:11

There's a very rare Tangent Lupus Princeps/Lupus Servus Pre/Pwr amp presently running..

Barry

21-02-2012, 13:01

Someone got a bit of a bargain:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270913416309?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 :)

The Grand Wazoo

21-02-2012, 17:54

There's a very rare Tangent Lupus Princeps/Lupus Servus Pre/Pwr amp presently running..

I saw those & thought about putting a note up here about them, but then I thought no-one would have heard of them. Hah! - I obviously forgot you, didn't I?

Rare Bird

21-02-2012, 17:56

:lol: Shame the turntable's not on offer

Jonboy

22-02-2012, 21:18

can't remember if i posted this (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/vintage-grampian-ensa-festival-valve-amp-amplifier-speaker-cabs-/180824856716?pt=UK_MusicalInstr_Access_RL&hash=item2a1a00588c) before but it caught my eye again for it's quirkyness

Marco

23-02-2012, 12:28

Jonboy

23-02-2012, 18:02

I reckon that those Grampian drive units would be pretty good, if housed in proper cabinets... Probably worth the outlay for those alone. It would make a nice DIY project for someone :)

Marco.

P.S I'm going to collect your coffee grinder tomorrow.

I thought the same thing and in such nice condition

Lovely jubbly mind your back the grinders a bit of a lump

ATB

snuffbox

23-02-2012, 18:58

Lovely,could see that doing sterling service as a pa in a folk club.
Should be left as is,none of this modifying and ripping the speakers out malarky.

Alex_UK

23-02-2012, 19:23

Should be left as is,none of this modifying and ripping the speakers out malarky.

+1. Would look great in a "shabby chic" boudoir I reckon. :)

Jonboy

23-02-2012, 19:28

+1. Would look great in a "shabby chic" boudoir I reckon. :)
with lilac curtains ?

Marco

23-02-2012, 19:46

Hi Paul,

Lovely,could see that doing sterling service as a pa in a folk club.
Should be left as is,none of this modifying and ripping the speakers out malarky.

Lol... Well, I'd argue that the drivers are probably far too good for PA duties in a folk club and would be far better used for serious hi-fi purposes.

The cabinets can then be retained and filled with any pish you like to play Val Doonican down the local pub! ;)

Marco.

Alex_UK

23-02-2012, 20:37

with lilac curtains ?

I think it would clash too much with lilac - a nice shade of cerise would work though, with ivory lace trim I think. :eyebrows:

snuffbox

23-02-2012, 20:37

Hi Paul,

Lol... Well, I'd argue that the drivers are probably far too good for PA duties in a folk club and would be far better used for serious hi-fi purposes.

The cabinets can then be retained and filled with any pish you like to play Val Doonican down the local pub! ;)

Marco.

Bloody heathen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Marco

23-02-2012, 20:54

:lolsign:

I think it would clash too much with lilac - a nice shade of cerise would work though, with ivory lace trim I think. :eyebrows:

Is that you talking about your new panties again? :D

Marco.

Rare Bird

23-02-2012, 21:28

Talkin of Panties, if anyone sees any Orange 'Y' fronts let me know :eyebrows:

Jonboy

23-02-2012, 22:04

Talkin of Panties, if anyone sees any Orange 'Y' fronts let me know :eyebrows:

Bawbags (http://www.liquidlines.co.uk/bawbags_boxer_shorts/bawbags_mens_y_fronts_-_tiger_orange_)

Marco

23-02-2012, 22:15

Bawbags! :lol: :lol:

Orange won't hide the skidders though, dude! :eyebrows:

Marco.

Alex_UK

23-02-2012, 23:38

Orange won't hide the skidders though, dude! :eyebrows:

Does a good job at hiding the "dew drops" though! :lol:

Marco

24-02-2012, 00:06

That's what 'Tena for Men' panty-liners are for!! :lol:

Marco.

RochaCullen

24-02-2012, 10:03

It ain't ebay, but this looks like a pretty good deal:

http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/musical-fidelity-m1-dac/96971646

An m1 dac for 200 notes.

The Grand Wazoo

25-02-2012, 17:38

Here's one (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vacuum-Platter-turntables-audio-technica-AT-666-/200716121178?pt=Turntable_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2ebb9cf45a#ht_500wt_1361) for all the suckers out there

bogle111

25-02-2012, 18:17

Here's one (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vacuum-Platter-turntables-audio-technica-AT-666-/200716121178?pt=Turntable_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2ebb9cf45a#ht_500wt_1361) for all the suckers out there

The principal is excellent, just way, way, over engineered, and will beat any clamp or weight sold, and that is from someone that marketed Michell's clamp to the UK when new. No good on suspended belt drives though for obvious reasons. There are easier ways to do this though.

Usually sell in Japan for at least £150 more than that. That seems like a fair price even with the BS.

I'd rather have this than this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230752212970?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Got one in the drawer for decades.

BTH K10A

25-02-2012, 20:45

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-Lockwood-Majors-/170787687233?pt=UK_ConElec_SpeakersPASystems_RL&hash=item27c3bd4b41&clk_rvr_id=318699232337#ht_500wt_1413

bogle111

25-02-2012, 20:56

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-Lockwood-Majors-/170787687233?pt=UK_ConElec_SpeakersPASystems_RL&hash=item27c3bd4b41&clk_rvr_id=318699232337#ht_500wt_1413

Great find, but bet the final price will be a lot higher. Is it going to affect the price of older Ardens and Berkeleys? Tempted to sell my B's now, only jesting. Interesting that the xover dials are pre HPD385A & B and that this is their FIRST sale (0)!

Regards
Pete

Jonboy

25-02-2012, 21:07

they look nice :)

synsei

25-02-2012, 21:16

Jonboy

25-02-2012, 21:51

F*ck me :mental: (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110826104709?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

Dingdong

25-02-2012, 22:22

Gorgeous :thumbsup:

Sent from my HTC Desire S using Tapatalk

Really? :mental:

Dingdong

25-02-2012, 22:23

F*ck me :mental: (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110826104709?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

That's a lot of money for a box of potentially f**ked valves.

DSJR

25-02-2012, 23:16

Some Rega Jura 2's. Good looking, vintage Tannoy-like tonal balance and this pair are cheap...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/REGA-JURA-FLOORSTANDING-SPEAKERS-/320853989424?pt=UK_AudioVideoElectronics_HomeAudio HiFi_HiFiSpeakers&hash=item4ab4635830

P.S. Jura 1's had a black base and the drivers were set slightly lower in the cabs (from memory). The bass was better on the mk2,not needing the "sideways sponge bung" treatment...

Marco

25-02-2012, 23:20

Some Rega Jura 2's. Good looking, vintage Tannoy-like tonal balance...

{COUGH}! Come again?? :lol: :eek: :D

Dunno what 'vintage Tannoys' you're referring to, mate, but the Jura's sound nothing like any I've heard!!

Marco.

DSJR

26-02-2012, 10:30

When did you hear Jura's Marco, which ones and what with? They've certainly got far less midrange colouration than many Tannoys out there, they sparkle like the DC tweeters can and do (in 6, 8, 10 and 12" models anyway) and the bass on the mk2 Jura rolls out in a fairly similar way. Your Lockwoods are NOT standard in any shape or form now and a rather different kettle of fish to what everyone else would hear from a commercial pair of 1970's Tannoys on the open market..

I didn't say I didn't like them, quite the opposite, and sold a good many. FAR more fun than spiteful old Ela's any day :)

LittleTone

26-02-2012, 10:41

Hi Guys,
Reckon the Jura's would be an improvement on Royd Doublets ?

Tony

DSJR

26-02-2012, 11:47

It may be possible to get them serviced, should a driver be blown accidentally. Not sure Royds can be repaired now, but could be totally wrong in this assumption.

Marco

26-02-2012, 12:49

Hi Dave,

When did you hear Jura's Marco, which ones and what with? They've certainly got far less midrange colouration than many Tannoys out there, they sparkle like the DC tweeters can and do (in 6, 8, 10 and 12" models anyway) and the bass on the mk2 Jura rolls out in a fairly similar way. Your Lockwoods are NOT standard in any shape or form now and a rather different kettle of fish to what everyone else would hear from a commercial pair of 1970's Tannoys on the open market..

I've heard Jura's both in a friend's system and in a dealer's demo room. They were ok little floorstanders, albeit it rather 'fruity' in the bass. Not really my thing. I much preferred the Naos, which to my ears, were more realistic and much less 'fluffy' and coloured sounding.

However, as to them sounding anything like vintage Tannoys, for me, NO WAY. Forgetting about my Lockwoods, which you wouldn't even mention in the same breath as Juras (:eek:), all the other vintage Tannoys I've heard (12 and 15" HPDs, Monitor Reds and Golds) present music in a totally different way because of their DC design, to thin floorstanding speakers with dome tweeters and teeny-weeny bass drivers, in comparison to what is considered the norm with vintage Tannoys.

Sorry, Dave, I don't really know where you're coming from with this! :scratch:

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

26-02-2012, 14:30

Fancy an old scrubber? (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Moth-Record-Cleaning-Machine-/251000168772?_trksid=p4340.m1374&_trkparms=algo%3DPI.WATCH%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3D UCC%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D6602547079814681 859#ht_500wt_1361)

Macca

26-02-2012, 14:51

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Goodmans-speakers-dp400-/120866979912?pt=UK_AudioVideoElectronics_HomeAudio HiFi_HiFiSpeakers&hash=item1c243bc048Interesting big, old Goodman's

Anyone know anything about them?

bogle111

26-02-2012, 16:48

Know nothing about those Martin, but somehow don't think they are as old as they are billed. Also found this gauge
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200719539180?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

MartinT

26-02-2012, 17:43

That's a nice olde worlde gauge, but a touch expensive? I guess it'll go into someone's collection.

Rare Bird

27-02-2012, 16:58

Nein
Is it me or are things are getting expensive imho (even the truly crap) ?

Spur07

27-02-2012, 20:30

prices rise gradually for sure Andre, but on ebay it seems to ebb and flow a little - high and then low, there's a lot variables involved.

DSJR

27-02-2012, 21:14

Hi Dave,

I've heard Jura's both in a friend's system and in a dealer's demo room. They were ok little floorstanders, albeit it rather 'fruity' in the bass. Not really my thing. I much preferred the Naos, which to my ears, were more realistic and much less 'fluffy' and coloured sounding.

However, as to them sounding anything like vintage Tannoys, for me, NO WAY. Forgetting about my Lockwoods, which you wouldn't even mention in the same breath as Juras (:eek:), all the other vintage Tannoys I've heard (12 and 15" HPDs, Monitor Reds and Golds) present music in a totally different way because of their DC design, to thin floorstanding speakers with dome tweeters and teeny-weeny bass drivers, in comparison to what is considered the norm with vintage Tannoys.

Sorry, Dave, I don't really know where you're coming from with this! :scratch:

Marco.

Bassy Juras are mk1 models. The Mk2's are more like the Naos, but smaller.. You're just going to have to come down to our level and accept the good things a smaller carefully designed driver can do. The midband on Jura's was really good and got better and better as the system did, as do the current models Rega make. I bet they'd compare fairly well with IIILZ''s, which are a bit ragged I remember (I'll get a listen to Dave W's pair as well as his too-middy LGM's next time I'm there), and also Eatons and Devons. I would *suggest* that the Jura 2's would communicate the message in a similar vein and the treble sparkle is no worse than a typical small DC tweeter in full song and far better than the ear-bleeding D100's the rep sold us unheard - and then scarpered, never to return.....

All subjective innit?

nat8808

29-02-2012, 20:07

Nein
Is it me or are things are getting expensive imho (even the truly crap) ?

It's a quirk of the human psyche that when prices rise, people are more likely to want the item....

Their confidence that a product or item is a good one is strongest when they see others paying a high price for them.

Sometimes you even see people state that such and such "must be good owing to the high-prices they demand.." and so the desire for one builds. Then they see similar items at lower prices, feel that those then must be bargains and 'sleepers' and so the prices for them rise too...

Crazy positive feedback loops that crowds of people generate in all sorts of areas.

Marco

01-03-2012, 11:03

So true - *if* you are susceptible to the effects of that type of psychology. Thank goodness, I'm not. In that respect, I've always been a leader, more than a follower, which as a result of that mentality, is one of the reasons why AoS was born :)

Marco.

keiths

01-03-2012, 15:40

Idea case for your Raspberry Pi media player project

(some of the questions and answers are a good read)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290677470826#description

The Grand Wazoo

02-03-2012, 08:44

Who's up for taking a punt on a non-Dynavector double pivoted arm (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/180831763375?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%3A80%2 Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dp3984.m570 .l1313%26_nkw%3D180831763375%26_sacat%3DSee-All-Categories%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1#ht_1933wt_1344)? Now that record pressing plants don't appear to do so much quality control, they obviously don't need this!

MartinT

02-03-2012, 11:34

Bizarre, but it seems to work from the same principle of main arm beam and sub-arm, each with a couterweight. He's not asking much, so someone might get a good toy to play with.

It's a shame that the SME 'shell is a fixed part of it, as something a little more sturdy is called for. Will probably suit MM carts.

Mothman

02-03-2012, 14:19

Definetley don't need anymore speakers but was intrigued whether these were considered to be any good?

http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/a-pair-of-classic-infinity-rs-5b-speakers/97541483

MartinT

02-03-2012, 14:20

The Rs range were good. Definitely worth a punt for £30.

The Grand Wazoo

02-03-2012, 16:26

Especially if they're chucking the Luxman power amp in to the deal!

MartinT

02-03-2012, 16:35

I've sent them a message. What the hell, can't lose on the speakers and I may want to take a look at the Luxman.

The Grand Wazoo

02-03-2012, 16:37

Eek! - 9,000 posts!!!!

Mothman

02-03-2012, 17:05

I've sent them a message. What the hell, can't lose on the speakers and I may want to take a look at the Luxman.

I also contacted the seller but he says he has been flooded with enquiries, be good if you got in first Martin:).

Roy S

02-03-2012, 19:14

Not ebay but could be a bargain for someone (not far from me but not really my 'thing')

http://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/105235095/leak-stereo-30-plus-amplifier.html

Ali Tait

02-03-2012, 19:46

Can't go wrong for that price, even if you just sell it on.

hifi_dave

02-03-2012, 19:49

It's only 3 miles from me and I would buy it but can't be assed to join etc. Pity.

Jac Hawk

02-03-2012, 21:52

just paid £20 for a Ortofon VMS20E MkII off ebay with any luck it'll be here tomorrow before I head off for Scalford so i can maybe give it a try while i'm there:) I've always fancied giving one of these a go and if it turns out to be a pile of crap it's only cost me 20 notes

MartinT

03-03-2012, 08:58

I've sent them a message. What the hell, can't lose on the speakers and I may want to take a look at the Luxman.

Got a nice message this morning saying they had already sold them. I'm not surprised!

Mothman

03-03-2012, 09:55

Got a nice message this morning saying they had already sold them. I'm not surprised!

Me to

morris_minor

03-03-2012, 15:27

These (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290677524579?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_7144wt_1104) are as rare as hens teeth (hence the starting bid). I've used my SL7 vertically and it works a treat, but the V5 can only be used vertically - the lid is hinged to the side (and the writing's the right way up).

If it weren't for the reception it'd get from the missus ("why'd ya need three turntables?") I'd be very sorely tempted . . . :rolleyes:

http://i591.photobucket.com/albums/ss354/ebonyandivory2/Adamas%20Blue/tech1.jpg

Rare Bird

04-03-2012, 20:41

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170792369972?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

DSJR

04-03-2012, 22:21

That weren't a bargain Andr'e. A year ago, you'd be lucky to get a couple of hundred for such machines I remember..

Rare Bird

05-03-2012, 10:19

Nice Thorens 'TD126 Mk.III' presently running complete with 'TP63'.. The Mk.III was the one with the DC Motor.. Only thing is it's Electronic - Cue :( loverly decks all the same..

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD126-Transcription-Deck-Turntable-/110836031351?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Turntables&hash=item19ce579f77

The Grand Wazoo

06-03-2012, 08:11

Need a cartridge? (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/COLLECTION-40-HI-FI-CARTRIDGES-ORTOFON-LINN-SHURE-DYNATRON-GRACE-GOLDRING-B-O-/280833554721?pt=UK_Consumer_VintageAudio_RL&hash=item4162fbf921#ht_1646wt_1344)

Rare Bird

06-03-2012, 12:19

I saw them when they first went up Chris. I can see the attraction, i guess it's probably the below more than anything:

Shure V15/3
Dynavector (Which looks like a 10X Gold, but not sure)
Grace (Which looks lke a F9 Gold, but not sure)
Audio Technica AT OC-5
(Townshend) EEI 500
Goldring 1000 Series (could be any)
Mission 773 (Moving Magnet version)

Beobloke

06-03-2012, 12:58

These (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290677524579?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_7144wt_1104) are as rare as hens teeth (hence the starting bid). I've used my SL7 vertically and it works a treat, but the V5 can only be used vertically - the lid is hinged to the side (and the writing's the right way up).

If it weren't for the reception it'd get from the missus ("why'd ya need three turntables?") I'd be very sorely tempted . . . :rolleyes:

Oooo - thats' going on my 'watch' list!

Oh, and what's this "why'd ya need three turntables?" nonsense? Some of us have other halves who can only dream of us owning as few as three....:D

morris_minor

06-03-2012, 20:00

Oooo - thats' going on my 'watch' list!

Oh, and what's this "why'd ya need three turntables?" nonsense? Some of us have other halves who can only dream of us owning as few as three....:D

I know, I know . . :(

She needs to be better educated. :eyebrows:

The Grand Wazoo

08-03-2012, 08:29

So how much would you pay for an ungraded copy of 'Let It Be'? (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Beatles-Let-/120872390049?pt=UK_Records&hash=item1c248e4da1#ht_500wt_1361) His starting price was over £900 & he says, "If I think the winning bid is not a reflection of this collectables' true value I WILL NOT part with it"

So he's obviously expecting to get a lot more for it and he's prepared to break Ebay rules and a contract with a winning bidder to do it.
But somehow, I don't think he'll be popping it in the post any time soon!

MartinT

08-03-2012, 08:39

Bidding has ended - what a surprise.

bogle111

08-03-2012, 08:47

Mothman

08-03-2012, 12:58

Got a nice message this morning saying they had already sold them. I'm not surprised!

Seems the Infinity speakers are now available on Ebay. They must have sold localy as the new owner appears to live in the same village as the original vendor on Gumtree, and surprisingly is also downsizing to a smaller property, the world is full of coincidences:lol:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-Classic-Infinity-RS5B-Speakers-/260972939506?pt=UK_AudioVideoElectronics_HomeAudio HiFi_HiFiSpeakers&hash=item3cc33308f2

No sign of the Luxman though:(.

MartinT

08-03-2012, 13:03

That behaviour is a bit like ticket touting, isn't it? Not illegal, but it really pisses me off.

snuffbox

08-03-2012, 15:04

Maybe thats how the guy makes a living,I know when I retire I shall certainly be doing a bit of buying and selling.
Good luck to him:)

Mothman

08-03-2012, 17:00

Maybe thats how the guy makes a living,I know when I retire I shall certainly be doing a bit of buying and selling.
Good luck to him:)

If you were really cynical you might think that the vendor had pulled original Gumtree advert for £30 and informed people they were sold after being flooded with enquiries and realising he could get more on fleabay. Personaly I am sure such things never happen, but then I am very innocent:D

snuffbox

08-03-2012, 17:18

If you were really cynical you might think that the vendor had pulled original Gumtree advert for £30 and informed people they were sold after being flooded with enquiries and realising he could get more on fleabay. Personaly I am sure such things never happen, but then I am very innocent:D

Dog eat dog out there.
Why sell for thirty quid when they're are actually worth a lot more.:)

Jonboy

11-03-2012, 13:26

nice to see old cd players (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marantz-CDA-94-DAC-Digital-Analogue-Converter-Very-Rare-Full-Working-Order-/150771650344?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_CDPlayerSeparates&hash=item231ab0cf28) still making money

Rare Bird

11-03-2012, 13:29

One sniff of a TDA1541 peeps are there

Rare Bird

12-03-2012, 16:21

I bagged a nice little Sony 'TC-207' Reel To Reel, in bootiful condition £35.00

I have a fettish for early 70's Sony machines

Jac Hawk

12-03-2012, 17:47

Just got a pair of Ditton 15s for 28 quid a good deal?

Marco

13-03-2012, 21:34

One sniff of a TDA1541 peeps are there

Aye, you cannae beat 'em... That Marantz would piss all over most DACs made these days, especially after some judicious tweakage! ;)

Marco.

Marco

13-03-2012, 21:38

I bagged a nice little Sony 'TC-207' Reel To Reel, in bootiful condition £35.00

I have a fettish for early 70's Sony machines

That's well sexy, dude! :stalks:

Rather different, but I just nabbed one of these for £40:

http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7419/braunt1000.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/825/braunt1000.jpg/)

It'll be sitting in our the new 1960's style kitchen we're in the process of designing :)

Marco.

ursus262

13-03-2012, 22:32

Oooh! Nice. Talking of retro kitchens, we have an orange kitchen with stainless steel tiles on the walls. Looks stunning.

That's well sexy, dude! :stalks:

Rather different, but I just nabbed one of these for £40:

http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7419/braunt1000.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/825/braunt1000.jpg/)

It'll be sitting in our the new 1960's style kitchen we're in the process of designing :)

Marco.

Marco

13-03-2012, 22:42

Sounds really nice, Dave - got any pics? :)

We're looking for some ideas!

Marco.

Rare Bird

13-03-2012, 23:07

Nice one with the Braun 'T1000' radio dude, Dieter Rams is one of my fav designers, ive been a 1960's Braun fan boy for years.. 'TG60' is my 2nd fav open reel machine

Marco

13-03-2012, 23:25

That's quality, dude! I also love Braun stuff... We're looking for one of these to put in our bedroom:

http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/1349/braunrcs9.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/689/braunrcs9.jpg/)

It's not a make that gets mentioned often (other than with shavers, lol), but their audio gear is mucho special, especially in a design sense!

Marco.

Rare Bird

13-03-2012, 23:32

Nice RCS Radio dude, very early 60's

btw: that's a tube radio/amp

Marco

13-03-2012, 23:51

Even better... I just think it looks utterly stunning!

Marco.

nat8808

14-03-2012, 00:43

That's well sexy, dude! :stalks:

Rather different, but I just nabbed one of these for £40:

http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7419/braunt1000.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/825/braunt1000.jpg/)

It'll be sitting in our the new 1960's style kitchen we're in the process of designing :)

Marco.

That's a bargain dude! People into mid-century modern furniture etc go mad for Dieter Rams Braun designs.

Looks a minter too.

Edit: Here we go: Braun T1000 sold for £486 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BRAUN-T1000-Broadcast-receiver-Radio-Dieter-RAMS-BRAUN-Design-/140669910034)

Marco

14-03-2012, 08:45

Wow... Looks like I did get a bargain! However, the one in the pic was just lifted from the 'Net. Mine's not arrived yet. It's in good nick, but maybe not quite as minty as the one in the pic :)

Marco.

ursus262

14-03-2012, 18:25

Sounds really nice, Dave - got any pics? :)

We're looking for some ideas!

Marco.

Here you go. We still love it, even thought we've had it now for nearly three years.

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/ZOw_c6diZAaQFLym916FsxSHJWUH9g6vdOWbr7bC3XU?feat=d irectlink

Marco

14-03-2012, 18:38

Looks really smart, Dave, but a little too modern for what we're trying to create (bearing in mind also that we live in a 19th centrury lodge)... Love the orange colour, though! :)

Marco.

Barry

14-03-2012, 18:50

Even a 60 year old cartridge can go for silly money:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ortofon-C-series-cartridge-/150771688278?pt=UK_Consumer_VintageAudio_RL&hash=item231ab16356

£225 for an Ortofon S-series cartridge? It's mono and can only be used in RMA arms that have the Neumann 'diamond' contact cartridge coupling arrangement!

ursus262

14-03-2012, 19:45

Looks really smart, Dave, but a little too modern for what we're trying to create (bearing in mind also that we live in a 19th centrury lodge)... Love the orange colour, though! :)

Marco.

Well, I suppose it's more 1970s than 1960s really. Given the age of your house, I would imagine something that doesn't look out of place would be best. It's not an easy balancing act to make though; we live in a modern house, so it isn't much of an issue. You must have an AGA though! Surely! :)

Marco

14-03-2012, 20:19

Audioman

14-03-2012, 20:36

Crumbs Marco. I know you like retro hi-fi but that's going a bit too far. Looks like one of those rip it out jobs from 'Homes Under The Hammer' :lol:

ursus262

14-03-2012, 20:40

Ooh! Lush!

Rare Bird

14-03-2012, 21:09

Thats it Marco
Face fixed door in that fashion good :thumbsup: Light blue or light yellow doors on white cabinets were the popular choice back then tho..

bogle111

14-03-2012, 22:01

Thats it Marco
Face fixed door in that fashion good :thumbsup: Light blue or light yellow doors on white cabinets were the popular choice back then tho..

...you would need a Ford Prefect/Anglia, Morris Minor or better yet, a Vaux Cresta in white with a pink roof to complete the real retro feel of pain and inconvenience!!:doh:

...then there are the Brothel Creepers! Out with the central heating and back to open hearth fires. Great on a cold morning. Maybe the world is going crazy.

synsei

14-03-2012, 22:26

I really like the old Braun design aesthetic, it's very Bauhaus... :cool:

Marco

14-03-2012, 22:37

Hi Peter,

...you would need a Ford Prefect/Anglia, Morris Minor or better yet, a Vaux Cresta in white with a pink roof to complete the real retro feel of pain and inconvenience!!:doh:

...then there are the Brothel Creepers! Out with the central heating and back to open hearth fires. Great on a cold morning. Maybe the world is going crazy.

We've got the Morris Minor (my wife has a Traveller) and open hearth fire, out of that lot!

There is a lot we like about the 60s design aesthetic, but as the house we live in dates from 1897, it would be wrong to go all-out 60s, when designing the kitchen, so we'll be giving the nod to trends from earlier eras too, and combining them sympathetically, to give an individual look :cool:

You can tell that we're not the type of folks to walk into the likes of B&Q and just buy any old thing that everyone else has got, eh? ;)

Marco.

aquapiranha

15-03-2012, 00:15

My advice is to stay away from agas and similar stanleys etc, If they are oil fired they tend to need to be in all the time and use too much fuel as well as not being very 'green'. The people I know who have them (several) are mostly intending to get rid, there are always wannabe 'Terry and Junes' who will pay top dollar to get that authentic classic look in their mock tudor barrat house :lol:

We have to use oil for heating as well as peat, coal, bottled gas and electricity as fuel sources, most of which are not particularly green either! Some friends of my partner recently moved into a rented bungalow with a 60s kitchen and they painted the cupboard doors to clean it up a bit and it looks cool in a retro stylee!

Marco

15-03-2012, 07:21

Hi Steve,

My advice is to stay away from agas and similar stanleys etc, If they are oil fired they tend to need to be in all the time and use too much fuel as well as not being very 'green'.

That's a good point, and would defo go against Del's 'greeny' principles!

The people I know who have them (several) are mostly intending to get rid, there are always wannabe 'Terry and Junes' who will pay top dollar to get that authentic classic look in their mock tudor barrat house :lol:

Oh dear, how dreadfully vulgar ;)

We have to use oil for heating as well as peat, coal, bottled gas and electricity as fuel sources, most of which are not particularly green either! Some friends of my partner recently moved into a rented bungalow with a 60s kitchen and they painted the cupboard doors to clean it up a bit and it looks cool in a retro stylee!

Nice one. It's a matter of taking inspiration from some key design elements of the era and extrapolating them into a wider and equally relevant context. We've always done our own interior design, as we like things that we have to be individual and unique :)

Marco.

northwest

15-03-2012, 08:12

Not at the moment, although we love them, but I'm not sure it'll go with the look we're trying to create, which is something like this:

http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/6348/1960skitchen.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/689/1960skitchen.jpg/)

Marco.

That is an American kitchen in an American home. This style of kitchen is still very prolific. At least it is in the many homes I have been in in New York which were built in the 50's - 60's and never modernised.
The construction is painted birtch ply.

Marco

15-03-2012, 08:28

morris_minor

15-03-2012, 08:40

We've got the Morris Minor (my wife has a Traveller) . . . .

You called? :rolleyes:

Marco

15-03-2012, 08:54

Lol... I'd forgotten about you, Bob!

I also used to love the Ford Anglia Police cars, with the little 'Police' box at the top that lit up :)

Marco.

northwest

15-03-2012, 09:00

Yup... What I like about it is the style and shape of the units, and the orange colour. I also like the mosaic-effect floor, which is probably lino!

I'd like to create that style of floor, only with different types of Welsh slate, and work the look of the units into that, without the effect being old-fashioned. There's defo two types of retro: cool and very naff.

It's a matter of getting the balance right :)

I'll be looking for some early 1960s wall-mounted speakers (something covered in typical 1960s grille fabric) to put in the kitchen, which I can pump sounds into from the system upstairs.

Any suggestions welcome!

Marco.

In reverse order:
I would be getting some modern speakers and cover the grilles with fabric from the 60's. Do a quick search here: http://www.vintage-radio.net/forum/index.php? and there are a few sellers of vintage audio cloth, looks very cool too.
True linoleum is very expensive, it is compressed cork and linseed oul. It is terrific stuff but you will not find it in white! The best stuff for a kitchen IMO is terrazo but that ain't cheap either.The best though.
The kitchen units have - from experience - the worst fit and finish in the world. Surface mount hinges and beech wooden runners on the drawers:rolleyes:

morris_minor

15-03-2012, 09:02

I also used to love the Ford Anglia Police cars, with the little 'Police' box at the top that lit up :)

I had a Corgi model of one of them! Uber-cool at the time . . .:lol:

Nicely raked back window. Shame it was raked the wrong way. . . :doh:

Marco

15-03-2012, 09:09

Hi Graham,

I would be getting some modern speakers and cover the grilles with fabric from the 60's. Do a quick search here: http://www.vintage-radio.net/forum/index.php? and there are a few sellers of vintage audio cloth, looks very cool too.

Any links to specific discussions and/or websites of the sellers you mention?

I may do something like that, but I also like good vintage speakers, in their own right, so I may just end up with both! :)

True linoleum is very expensive, it is compressed cork and linseed oul. It is terrific stuff but you will not find it in white!

True, but I don't like the look (or feel) of it. For me, it will always look cheap (and tacky), even if it isn't. Since we live in Wales, I'd like the floor to be made from Welsh slate, but in a retro design/pattern.

The kitchen units have - from experience - the worst fit and finish in the world. Surface mount hinges and beech wooden runners on the drawers:rolleyes:

Lol... Only the doors and shape of the cabinets would have that 60s look. The structure behind would be modern and very solidly built!

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 09:15

I'll be looking for some early 1960s wall-mounted speakers (something covered in typical 1960s grille fabric) to put in the kitchen, which I can pump sounds into from the system upstairs.

Any suggestions welcome!

Marco, these don't fit your description in any way, shape or form (wrong time & no vintage grill cloth) but I reckon they'd be perfect for your kitchen:

Tandberg Fasett

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_xs5YghnpRIY/SoyY6awq_NI/AAAAAAAAAbA/HcpOXpsaaWw/TandbergFasett.jpg

It used Peerless drivers I think, including a 5" woofer in a bass reflection configuration.
If you don't like those, you can get vintage grille cloth to cover a modern frame - guitar amp and vintage radio restorers are good sources for that stuff. And there's this guy (http://www.ebay.com/sch/speaker-fabric-supply/m.html?hash=item3cc359e7cc&item=260975486924&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&_trksid=p4340.l2562) too.

Marco

15-03-2012, 09:27

Interesting, Chris... I know that Andre's a fan of those. I like the funky red ones - and I know that Del would, too :)

There are vintage bookshelf speakers, which I believe Adam Smith owns, or likes, that have a kind of mottled black/grey grille cloth... I forget which ones they are, but those are exactly what I had in mind, although the red Tandbergs have thrown me a curved ball!

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 09:36

I like the cloth that Vox use/d on their amps:
http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ9UfJX8xRqSwFWXWje3GJU6O2UYRfge Ogq02O3hFYtshL-8JAO

Check out the guy I linked to above.

Marco

15-03-2012, 09:39

Yes, so do I, but it's a little too bland and 'safe' for what I have in mind.

Marco.

Marco

15-03-2012, 09:52

There are vintage bookshelf speakers, which I believe Adam Smith owns, or likes, that have a kind of mottled black/grey grille cloth... I forget which ones they are...

Goodmans Maxims:

http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/1871/smaxim.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/839/smaxim.jpg/)

I just LURVE the look of that grille cloth, as for me, it *so* defines the 60s era! That and Whitefriars glass:

http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/3526/sglass.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/542/sglass.jpg/)

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/8025/sglass2.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/195/sglass2.jpg/)

Bloody gorgeous, and the epitome of retro cool!!

Bet the Maxim speakers don't sound too shabby either ;)

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 10:23

Aah, OK - you meant that one!

There is a UK guy - let me see if if can find him on t'web.

Marco

15-03-2012, 10:31

Coolio :)

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 10:33

Got 'im!

Sid Chaplin - but he doesn't have a website.

43 Lime Ave, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 3PA
sidney@tradradgrilles.freeserve.co.uk
(01702) 473740

Marco

15-03-2012, 10:39

Nice one, Chris. I'll save the info. Have you used him before?

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 10:46

No, but a friend has had quite a lot of stuff from him (quite some time ago) as he was into messing about with old wireless sets and radiograms. He also sells all the hardware like hinges, catches, feet, handles and stuff like that - as well as the vinyl type coverings for re-upholstering cabinet work of radios.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 11:05

Marco if you really can't find what you want, there's a lady in the Netherlands who specialises in reproducing old fabrics. I think she works best with a sample piece but I bet she can also work from a photo.
http://www.corrienmaas.nl/Engels/hoofdframe.htm

MartinT

15-03-2012, 11:34

Bet the Maxim speakers don't sound too shabby either ;)

They're actually very good speakers if you put a decent amp up their bottoms. Mini-T amps need not apply as I remember them to be inefficient.

Marco

15-03-2012, 11:59

Cheers, Chris - linkypoos bookmarked! :thumbsup:

They're actually very good speakers if you put a decent amp up their bottoms...

Indeed. I don't see the copper amp struggling too much (unless they have some really nasty impedance dips)...

Marco.

Beobloke

15-03-2012, 12:56

Goodmans Maxims:

http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/1871/smaxim.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/839/smaxim.jpg/)

I just LURVE the look of that grille cloth, as for me, it *so* defines the 60s era! That and Whitefriars glass:

Not quite Marco. My Maxims are the Maxim 3s from the 1990s in a proper vinyl wrap black ash finish - none of this real wood teak nonsense! :D

Seriously, though, the original Maxims are very impressive - it's just a shame that they fetch such silly prices these days, as you'd be looking at a miniumum of £300 for a decent pair.

I've actually owned two pairs - one cost me £1 from a car boot sale and the other £3 from my local dump. I wish I'd kept them now!

Marco

15-03-2012, 13:19

Ah, lol... It would be the 'real' ones that I'd be interested in :)

Either that or a nice pair of Leak Sandwich:

http://img812.imageshack.us/img812/7264/leaksandwich.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/812/leaksandwich.jpg/)

Bear in mind that, in this particular instance, genuine 1960s aesthetics matter more than absolute sound quality.

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 13:25

The Leaks did cross my mind but I thought they might be a bit big for a kitchen. I saw a pair the other day - they were a pretty nice price too! They may still be available if you're interested.

Marco

15-03-2012, 14:01

Yup, they are a little too big... TBH, if I could land a nice minty pair of 1960s Maxims for around £300, as Adam has outlined (or less), I'd be well happy! :)

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

15-03-2012, 15:48

It's just occurred to me Marco, that there is actually only one possible choice for you.
The Tannoy Autograph Minis

http://www.affirmatif-hifi.com/images/Tannoy_mini_autograph_1.165.jpg

http://www.shows.soundstagelive.com/shows/avtour2006/may25a/tannoy_small2_600.jpg

snuffbox

15-03-2012, 17:11

I was working in Marble Arch Camera Exchange/Sound Centre when those Maxims came out and I remember thinking to myself that I'd like to have a pair of they.
Cant believe the price they're fetching now.
Can't remember how much they were then but for comparison we were selling Quad 33/303 for £99.95 the pair.
Obviously it was just post decimilisation.
Tony McPhee used to pop in for a particular 8" speaker every now and then because he used to keep popping them in his system.

Rare Bird

15-03-2012, 19:17

I just LURVE the look of that grille cloth, as for me, it *so* defines the 60s era! That and Whitefriars glass:

I have some Whitefriars Glass dude..

:cool:

Rare Bird

15-03-2012, 19:22

Interesting, Chris... I know that Andre's a fan of those. I like the funky red ones - and I know that Del would, too :)

Nay red mi Bruvver

Marco

15-03-2012, 20:18

I have some Whitefriars Glass dude..

:cool:

Nice one, dude! Do you know how much it's worth? ;)

Marco.

Marco

15-03-2012, 20:18

Nay red mi Bruvver

Dark orange? :)

Marco.

Jonboy

15-03-2012, 20:48

Back to the Thread for a sec

This is something that i like the look of but not at this price, this is just a pre amp and not the power amp as seen at Scalford and sounding very good by the way, and we are not sure where he gets the idea it's a 5-10 Mullard circuit as they use EL 84's.

Here it is EMI/Empress (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200724146368?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

Rare Bird

15-03-2012, 20:55

Nice one, dude! Do you know how much it's worth? ;)

All depends which item your after , they don't come cheap..

Dark orange? :)

:cool:

BTH K10A

15-03-2012, 22:04

Cheers, Chris - linkypoos bookmarked! :thumbsup:

Indeed. I don't see the copper amp struggling too much (unless they have some really nasty impedance dips)...

Marco.

I had a pair of the Maxims about ages ago and they certainly are amazing little speakers. The bass from the long throw drivers with huge alnico magnets is very impressive for their size. The HF cone tweeter is not bad but not up to madern standards.

They are reasonably easy to drive but like BC1's, the voice coils are prone to burn out if abused.

Should have kept mine as they were absolutely mint with matching amp and tuner but was offered £650 for the set and was tempted.

They are definitely more enjoyable than LS3/5a's.

Jac Hawk

16-03-2012, 01:06

Could be a nice pair of speakers for someone
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hi-Fi-speakers-possibly-Heybrook-Quad-QLSCF2-speaker-cable?item=200725939286&cmd=ViewItem&_trksid=p5197.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26itu%3DI%252BUA%26otn%3 D12%26pmod%3D190652216754%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26c lkid%3D7030246121330503793

Volante

16-03-2012, 18:27

have these Tannoy Lockwood Academy's been spotted yet? also on ebay. apologies if there has already been a spot on this thread

http://www.griffinproaudio.com/monitoring-c-10/1970s-tannoy-lockwood-academys-with-spares-p-440

Marco

16-03-2012, 19:04

Hi Neil,

Good spot, matey! They should defo give high SPPV and someone a lot of fun for that dosh.

However, Lockwoods only become really special, in my experience, when fitted with 15" Monitor Reds or Golds - that's where the real actions starts, albeit of course at a price! :cool:

Marco.

snuffbox

16-03-2012, 19:07

2000kgs........................................:ee k:

Marco

16-03-2012, 19:07

Hi Andy,

I had a pair of the Maxims about ages ago and they certainly are amazing little speakers. The bass from the long throw drivers with huge alnico magnets is very impressive for their size. The HF cone tweeter is not bad but not up to madern standards.

They are reasonably easy to drive but like BC1's, the voice coils are prone to burn out if abused.

Should have kept mine as they were absolutely mint with matching amp and tuner but was offered £650 for the set and was tempted.

They are definitely more enjoyable than LS3/5a's.

I agree, although I also love (good) LS3/5as, for different reasons. I've always fancied a pair of 1960s Maxims, and will likely get some for the forthcoming kitchen project, as I can't think of anything more ideal for the job! :)

Marco.

Barry

17-03-2012, 01:21

Err - what's happening? I thought this was a thread for "House and Gardens"?

Sorry, I was confused - the LS3/5A's are superb, but it must be remembered they are were designed for near field listening and their strengths are the mid range (i.e. speech)!

The Grand Wazoo

17-03-2012, 11:30

There aren't many of these left in this condition.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-VINTAGE-REVOX-B77-MKII-STUDER-REEL-REEL-TAPE-MACHINE-B-77-MK-2-SEALED-/190651279663?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item2c63b3a92f#ht_1908wt_1344

The Grand Wazoo

17-03-2012, 12:00

Does anyone have a theory as to why this guy (http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/campagnolosr/?_trksid=p4340.l2559) consistently lists spare parts for bicycles in the Home Audio section?

Marco

17-03-2012, 13:29

Wilbur

17-03-2012, 14:00

Might not be just wee.......Lovely bit of kit!

Jonboy

17-03-2012, 19:27

Interesting Revox TT (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rare-Vintage-Turntable-REVOX-B-291-Checked-and-Revised-Start-1-No-Reserve-/130662817884?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item1e6c1c605c)

Thing Fish

17-03-2012, 19:40

Interesting Revox TT (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rare-Vintage-Turntable-REVOX-B-291-Checked-and-Revised-Start-1-No-Reserve-/130662817884?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item1e6c1c605c)

Maybe its just me but that looks butt ugly. I wouldn't give it room in my bin.

bogle111

17-03-2012, 21:51

Interesting T/t, but saw too many faulty new ones to be tempted. Don't think they sounded that great either.

At that price though, it doesn't inspire.

joey

18-03-2012, 00:36

bogle111

18-03-2012, 01:00

Not really a bargian on ebay, but are these really worth this much?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINTAGE-KEF-CODA-SP-1034-HI-FI-SPEAKERS-ORIGINAL-1974-l-K-/160758942978?pt=UK_AudioVideoElectronics_HomeAudio HiFi_HiFiSpeakers&hash=item256dfacd02#ht_500wt_1202

The best bit of this listing is:

"he only ever listened to classical music so they have never reached their full potential":rolleyes:

Good laugh,:lol::lol: - makes me proud of coming from Essex - but not for £165 plus.

Jonboy

18-03-2012, 07:10

i bet these sound good (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HMV-PX4-TRIODE-PUSH-PULL-AMPLIFIERS-full-emission-matched-quad-px4-/270934508971?pt=UK_Consumer_VintageAudio_RL&hash=item3f14f485ab)

BTH K10A

18-03-2012, 14:29

Hi Andy,

I agree, although I also love (good) LS3/5as, for different reasons. I've always fancied a pair of 1960s Maxims, and will likely get some for the forthcoming kitchen project, as I can't think of anything more ideal for the job! :)

Marco.

Yes the LS3\5a's are very good for nearfield listening.

My latest retro speakers are not exactly mini monitors suitable for a kitchen although they would fit into the original one in my house that we now use as a breakfast room, the kitchen is now in the old scullery.

A few mates have now heard them and like me are gobsmacked how good they are. There's a pair of really special amps currently in transit to me that are perfect for them.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f120/emttsd15/IMG_1409.jpg

Jonboy

18-03-2012, 15:37

There's a pair of really special amps currently in transit to me that are perfect for them.

Sounds interesting

Jonboy

18-03-2012, 20:38

big old beasts (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Crown-Amcron-/110843297060?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Amplifiers&hash=item19cec67d24)

Must be good for that money ? ?

Wilbur

19-03-2012, 12:30

big old beasts (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Crown-Amcron-/110843297060?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Amplifiers&hash=item19cec67d24)

Must be good for that money ? ?

Look goooood,got to sound it though

Marco

20-03-2012, 18:25

Nice arm here for someone with a DL-103, who wants to hear the cartridge at its best without spending a forture:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DENON-DA-307-tonearm-tonearm-Dynamic-damping-tonearm-PERFECT-condition-/280841548033?_trksid=p4340.m444&_trkparms=algo%3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%25 2BUA%252BLM%252BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D7 139690913438412874

With a 103, that will piss all over any budget to mid-market modern tonearm!

Marco.

The Grand Wazoo

21-03-2012, 11:24

There's a guy selling a lot of Japanese pressings for not unreasonable starting prices - he's listed 20 pages of stuff & some of the auctions are ending between now(ish) and this time next week, but there's heaps of interesting stuff - especially some absolute corking jazz records and not many bids for any of it - potential bargains to be had folks (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/zakz303/m.html?hash=item4cff5c1883&item=330701740163&pt=UK_Records&_trksid=p4340.l2562)!

prestonchipfryer

21-03-2012, 12:52

Barry

21-03-2012, 12:59

Marco

21-03-2012, 13:09

Nice one... Some of the hi-fi shops there are meant to wicked too, especially in terms of vintage gear! :eek:

Maybe pick up a few vintage SPUs and Deccas, while you're there? ;)

Marco.

Jonboy

21-03-2012, 19:33

I shall be in Japan in little over a week's time - think I could be in danger of 'maxing out' my cards!

I hope your taking your camera so we can have a slide show :D

Marco

21-03-2012, 20:44

What, of the ladyboys? :eyebrows:

Marco.

Jac Hawk

21-03-2012, 21:21

just got me one of these

http://www.hifi-pictures.net/amplifiers-home/Sony%20TA-212/amp.jpg

£16 off ebay now it probably will sound like a sack full of rusty spanners, but who gives a fcuk, look at the pretty VU's:drool::drool::drool:

Jonboy

21-03-2012, 21:49

but who gives a fcuk, look at the pretty VU's:drool::drool::drool:

exactly:D

tommy6206

21-03-2012, 22:31

Bargain nice clean lines

Rare Bird

21-03-2012, 23:06

approx 1978 that Mike

Jac Hawk

21-03-2012, 23:10

approx 1978 that Mike

Any idea if they sound as good as they look:scratch:

Rare Bird

21-03-2012, 23:17

Any idea if they sound as good as they look:scratch:

Not heard that one Mike but you could ask Alex UK he has a Sony 'TA-F4A' which is a tad earlier.. :)

HoraceW

21-03-2012, 23:30

Nice amp and not one IC in sight, all transistor with a nice differential driver pair in each channel. Made in Taiwan for Sony back in 1977/78

Jac Hawk

22-03-2012, 00:07

So worth recapping then???

Just noticed it only has 3 inputs:eek: just shows how much things have changed since then

Macca

22-03-2012, 13:39

I'm always looking for bargain amps on eBay and I never come across anything this good, especially not for £16 - I must be doing something wrong.

Rare Bird

22-03-2012, 13:59

Im watching one i want but seller wants too much fer it :(

I'm trying to dump all the British stuff for vintage Japanese gear if i can

Jac Hawk

22-03-2012, 15:21

I'm always looking for bargain amps on eBay and I never come across anything this good, especially not for £16 - I must be doing something wrong.

You're looking in the wrong places mate ;)

RichB

22-03-2012, 19:54

nice buy Mike!

MartinT

22-03-2012, 20:03

I'm trying to dump all the British stuff for vintage Japanese gear if i can

Andr'e, have you ever heard any vintage Pioneer speakers? I've heard a couple of models that are really impressive when well driven. Just a thought if you want to go down that route.

Rare Bird

22-03-2012, 21:06

Andr'e, have you ever heard any vintage Pioneer speakers? I've heard a couple of models that are really impressive when well driven. Just a thought if you want to go down that route.

Hi Martin
Sorry i didnt think too much about that post.. i mean amps, turntables & open Reels more than anything, i'm happy with my brit Speakers...

Alex_UK

23-03-2012, 16:24

Not heard that one Mike but you could ask Alex UK he has a Sony 'TA-F4A' which is a tad earlier.. :)

Well remembered, Andre - yes, I do - and I love it, though more for the looks and build than the sound - it sounds good, though not earth-shattering, but good - now running into the Wharefdale Super Diamonds with Techie SL-150/Nagaoka MP-15 in the "record room" - does a very respectable job in a tiny room that is retro themed. :)

StanleyB

24-03-2012, 19:40

If THIS (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Citation-XX-XXP-Stereo-Power-Amplifier-Preamplifier-Set-/330707110925?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4cffae0c0d) was in Europe I would have made an offer on it. It has been on my all time wish list for 30 years now.

Alex_UK

24-03-2012, 20:17

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220984084396&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123#ht_7887wt_1396

Rare Bird

25-03-2012, 13:26

Fingers cross an attempt at another turntable tonight :eyebrows:

Reid Malenfant

25-03-2012, 16:33

Good luck Andr'e, I'm after a power amp this evening :cool:

Macca

25-03-2012, 16:36

Good luck Andr'e, I'm after a power amp this evening :cool:

Oi! Leave some for the rest of us! :lol:

Reid Malenfant

25-03-2012, 16:40

Oi! Leave some for the rest of us! :lol:
I only want one Martin :eyebrows: Which one I end up with I have no idea, but they are all the same manufacturer & there is 405 in there somewhere :D

I'm watching about five of them so I have plenty of choice ;)

MartinT

25-03-2012, 18:35

Ooh, I feel some current dumping mods coming on :)

Reid Malenfant

25-03-2012, 18:51

Oh yes, different current limiting resistors, new 30A output transistors, dual mono etc, etc :D

But I haven't won one yet, I do happen to have a couple I made earlier already here :lol: No toilet rolls though...

MartinT

25-03-2012, 19:50

How much better do they sound over stock, Mark?

Reid Malenfant

25-03-2012, 20:00

Better, I couldn't give you percentages :) The thing is the standard output transistors have pretty low current gain & imho this loads the driver (which happens to be part of the voltage gain stage a little too much.

So I modified the amps to accept MJ11016 NPN darlingtons as output transistors, which have a current gain of about 1000 in the audio band. There appears to be less crossover distortion as a result. As the driver was more lightly loaded I decreased the value of the resistor that provides the class A power & again there was an improvement.

Think I'll have to change the op amps to something decent as they frankly deserve it. Only need six of them after all :D

MartinT

25-03-2012, 20:09

OPA627s are good!

Reid Malenfant

25-03-2012, 20:31

I'll use OPAs, but i think the 134? Might be wrong on that score...

Just secured my third 405 :) We now have (assuming all is well with this one) six channels of amplification :yay:

That's it, no more power amps needed... I have twenty (yes - 20) channels worth of power amps :eek:

Or if you like, four amps per channel with a 5.1 setup :cool: Active everywhere here I come...

Rare Bird

26-03-2012, 10:38

Bingo i won it, they are actually very thin on the ground & look unappealing to a lot but they are actually good sounding Turntables, keeps within the era i'm obsessed with aswell :eyebrows: I'll fit either a Colton 'MC101' or Neat Corporation 'G30' tonearm with Goldring 'G800' cart.. providing it survives the post.

Leak 'Truespeed' £56.00

Barry

26-03-2012, 11:18

Bingo I won it, they are actually very thin on the ground & look unappealing to a lot but they are actually good sounding Turntables, keeps within the era I'm obsessed with aswell :eyebrows: I'll fit either a Colton 'MC101' or Neat Corporation 'G30' tonearm with Goldring 'G800' cart.. providing it survives the post.

Leak 'Truespeed' £56.00

Well done André,

I always liked the look of the old Leak 'Truespeed' - very early '70s. :)

Do you intend using it, or will it simply be an objet d'art? I ask, because I'm sure one could do better than either the Colton MC101 or Neat G30 arm.

Regards

Rare Bird

26-03-2012, 11:29

Well done André,

I always liked the look of the old Leak 'Truespeed' - very early '70s. :)

Do you intend using it, or will it simply be an objet d'art? I ask, because I'm sure one could do better than either the Colton MC101 or Neat G30 arm.

Regards

Hi Barry
It's to be used everyday..Re the arm, must be early 70's.. :eyebrows: i want the two mentioned but would go for a late Hadcock 'Unipose ' if one came along.. I used to own both those arms & prefered the sound over the arm that a lot chose back then :)

:cool:

Beobloke

26-03-2012, 12:06

Barry

26-03-2012, 12:27

Nice deck Andre - I had my eye on that too!

If you want to keep it original, they were mostly used with Connoisseur SAU2 arms back in the day.

Ah yes! - I was trying to think of the arm identity. Too lazy to dig out my copy of 1971 Hi Fi Yearbook!

I assume the Truespeed is a 'floating' belt-drive design.

Are unipivot arms happy on these decks? I seem to rememember there was a fashion for fitting Hadcock unipivot arms onto the Linn LP12, so I guess they can work well together.

Rare Bird

26-03-2012, 12:33

Nice deck Andre - I had my eye on that too!

If you want to keep it original, they were mostly used with Connoisseur SAU2 arms back in the day.

Thats correct the one i had many moons ago had the Connoisseur..I'm gonna give that Ariston arm a try first see what it sounds like..

Ah yes! - I was trying to think of the arm identity. Too lazy to dig out my copy of 1971 Hi Fi Yearbook!

I assume the Truespeed is a 'floating' belt-drive design.

Aye they are.. They have transit bolts so were all ok for nay damage in transit..

BTH K10A

26-03-2012, 18:31

Very 1970's

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150783069051?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1413

Rare Bird

26-03-2012, 19:06

Andy:
BLA G620T around 1971

Beobloke

26-03-2012, 19:29

Very 1970's

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150783069051?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1413

Ah, you can't beat "horn twitters".... :D

BTH K10A

26-03-2012, 19:57

Ah, you can't beat "horn twitters".... :D

Years before their time. ;)

Folkboy

26-03-2012, 20:55

Ah, you can't beat "horn twitters".... :D

and super twitters at that!

RobbieGong

26-03-2012, 21:23

LUURRVVLY vintage speakers and in such nice condition, someone is gonna have a great time with these complemented by some accompanying vintage gear :)

Beechwoods

26-03-2012, 21:28

Ah, you can't beat "horn twitters".... :D

I saw these, very cool. There seems to be zero about them on the 'net. I assumed they were nothing special, though attractive to look at. Does anyone here remember these from back in the day?

Rare Bird

26-03-2012, 21:32

I know people fail to read posts properly :lol: but ive said what they are in post #3203

Beechwoods

26-03-2012, 21:42

:lol:

I saw your post :scratch: but I didn't put two and two together! They're Victor's? Did they sound any good?

I have them on my watch list :rolleyes: but sadly I think the 'bargain' has passed :lol:

BTH K10A

26-03-2012, 22:22

but sadly I think the 'bargain' has passed :lol:

It certainly has, these were the one of the greatest bargains ever. :D:D:D

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110819685781?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_532wt_1398

istari_knight

27-03-2012, 16:52

Just got a "bargain" Naim Nait2 (CB) on eBay

£100... Gotta love females selling hifi :D

Mardler

27-03-2012, 17:00

Barry (or Marco?) was asking who designed the P-Series case.

It was the Woudhuysen Group but I can no longer find the link to an article (it certainly wasn't the James W who comes up on Google).

Reid Malenfant

27-03-2012, 17:06

Hi Richard, would you mind poping into the welcome area of the forum & introducing yourself on your next visit please :)

Thanks in advance!

Alex_UK

28-03-2012, 10:11

God loves a trier... We see plenty of them with hifi! :lol: - check out the TDL photo... :eek:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220987821754&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123#ht_500wt_1413

Jac Hawk

28-03-2012, 10:24

and only £100 what a bargain :eek:

synsei

28-03-2012, 10:56

I'm surprised he hasn't added, "And the natural patina and general wear and tear adds to their nostalgic charm" :D

Rare Bird

28-03-2012, 14:58

Bingo i won it, they are actually very thin on the ground & look unappealing to a lot but they are actually good sounding Turntables, keeps within the era i'm obsessed with aswell :eyebrows:

Leak 'Truespeed' £56.00

Well it's arrived smashed to pieces, :steam: ballerkz to vinyl now, im sick of it all. I'm fuming beyond belief.

Barry

28-03-2012, 18:19

Well it's arrived smashed to pieces, :steam: ballerkz to vinyl now, im sick of it all. I'm fuming beyond belief.

That's awful news André! No wonder you're ":steam:". Can you make a claim against the courier?

Jac Hawk

28-03-2012, 20:08

Well it's arrived smashed to pieces, :steam: ballerkz to vinyl now, im sick of it all. I'm fuming beyond belief.

Sorry to hear that mate, was it badly packed or badly handled?

I suppose i should count myself lucky, as i've never received anything broken that i've got of ebay and had it posted or courier delivered:)

Shit, shouldn't have said that, probably jinxed it for good now:doh:

Alex_UK

28-03-2012, 22:21

Well it's arrived smashed to pieces, :steam: ballerkz to vinyl now, im sick of it all. I'm fuming beyond belief.

That's just f'ing negligent, packing it that badly (I presume) - really sorry to hear of your woes matey. :(

synsei

28-03-2012, 23:09

Well it's arrived smashed to pieces, :steam: ballerkz to vinyl now, im sick of it all. I'm fuming beyond belief.

Shit Andre I'm really sorry to hear that, I've been there too my friend :( Dunno whether you remember the immaculate 1973 Celestion Counties I bought about a year ago off ebay that were skewered by a forklift en route... :eyebrows:

Beobloke

30-03-2012, 13:36

Sorry to hear the news, Andre - I feel your pain. :steam:

Back to eBay wonderfulness, how about this beauty? :eek:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD-224-Very-Rare-Original-Box-/120885351011?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Turntables&hash=item1c25541263

I want it so much it hurts, but £2k is incredibly optimistic. Plus, Mrs. B and I exchanged contracts on our new house yesterday, so even a cheeky offer is currently out of the question.

Oh well, maybe one day I'll spot one at the car boot sale....

prestonchipfryer

30-03-2012, 14:12

Anyone dealt with these?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ortofon-2M-Black-MM-Cartridge-Made-Denmark-/370600316314?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5649800d9a

snapper

30-03-2012, 14:14

Have a trawl through here. (http://theartofsound.net/forum/search.php?searchid=1550793)

prestonchipfryer

30-03-2012, 17:20

Have a trawl through here. (http://theartofsound.net/forum/search.php?searchid=1550793)

Thanks but link isn't working 4 me.

:)

snapper

30-03-2012, 17:58

Thanks but link isn't working 4 me.

:)

:doh:

Sorry. Just type 2juki into the search engine.

Jonboy

31-03-2012, 21:42

eek :eek:
not familiar with this valve, (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/pair-Dynatron-lf59-valve-amplifiers-tested-matched-quad-pp3-250-triode-tubes-/300688845932?pt=UK_Consumer_VintageAudio_RL&hash=item460273ac6c) anyone tried it??

Jac Hawk

02-04-2012, 19:23

Isn't it nice when things on ebay are described properly:), i've just popped over to the sellers house to pick up this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110849298186?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 and while there i got 5 other LP's all in the same condition all for £25, the covers are as if the cellophane had just been removed and the vinyl is as clean as a whistle, no pops or crackle at all

Ali Tait

02-04-2012, 19:38

aquapiranha

02-04-2012, 22:39

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/APOGEE-CALIPER-SIGNATURE-FULL-RANGE-RIBBON-LOUDSPEAKERS-K-/300672195922?pt=UK_AudioVideoElectronics_HomeAudio HiFi_HiFiSpeakers&hash=item4601759d52

howardc1951

03-04-2012, 15:02

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251028559779?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Fabulous little amp. Had one when they first came out. Based on a Hitachi circuit - they made the mosfets it used - but beautifully made with quality components. Only sold it when we went abroad 20 years later and sold it for half what I paid for it.

tommy6206

03-04-2012, 17:00

This may be of interest to some one if your quick http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110850559548?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Puffin

03-04-2012, 18:29

This may be of interest to some one if your quick http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110850559548?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Could be cleaned up with Brasso......:lol::lol::lol:

Reid Malenfant

03-04-2012, 18:32

Could be cleaned up with Brasso......:lol::lol::lol:
Yeah I think I'm in agreement Rob, that is some serious corrosion that would really need machining to remove :rolleyes:

Jac Hawk

03-04-2012, 19:33

It's also attracting a lot of attention, the arm and platter both look shagged though, TBH if i was looking for a Techie for that money i'd go straight for a 1210

Beechwoods

03-04-2012, 19:40

The 'learnt how to scratch on it' comment kind of put the wind up me :eek:

Jac Hawk

03-04-2012, 19:42

The 'learnt how to scratch on it' comment kind of put the wind up me :eek:
and with an SME arm:doh: PLONKER

tommy6206

03-04-2012, 21:46

and with an SME arm:doh: PLONKER

Yup :lol: went for £181

Jac Hawk

03-04-2012, 21:49

Yup :lol: went for £181

Can you imagine how much abuse it's had:eek:

tommy6206

03-04-2012, 21:55

Can you imagine how much abuse it's had:eek:

Well the way things get modded on here there wouldn't be much of the old deck left anyway

Alex_UK

03-04-2012, 21:56

ffs...

Jac Hawk

03-04-2012, 21:58

True but it's not a 1210, platters, bearings etc. may not be as easy to come by for this model

Jonboy

04-04-2012, 19:19

Big Beasties (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Denon-Poa-S1-mono-power-amplifiers-/170818608481?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Amplifiers&hash=item27c5951d61)

Reid Malenfant

04-04-2012, 19:28

Big Beasties (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Denon-Poa-S1-mono-power-amplifiers-/170818608481?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiF i_Amplifiers&hash=item27c5951d61)
Rare as hens teeth by the look of it to :eyebrows:

Am I the only person that looks at the feedback & thinks :eek: to "0"

Ok, so cash on collection isn't too bad.. Just take a few friends, you'll need them to move the buggers :lol:

Jonboy

04-04-2012, 20:31

Rare as hens teeth by the look of it to :eyebrows:

Am I the only person that looks at the feedback & thinks :eek: to "0"

Ok, so cash on collection isn't too bad.. Just take a few friends, you'll need them to move the buggers :lol:

Deff cash on collection with zero feedback and a few strong lads at 80 odd kg's a piece :D