FS Revox G36 15ips High Speed (original high speed) R2R

[topoxforddoc]

I have decided to sell my 2 track Revox G36 High Speed. This is a factory high speed machine, and not a later capstan change. I know as it still has the original Revox tag on the handle with the serial number (77207) and 19/38 (cm per sec) stamped on the tag. This is important as the capstan change machines can lead to altered tape tensions and are not as reliable.

I bought this with a view to buying a Tape Project subscription, but decided that USD3k plus taxes a year was just a bit steep. I have never seen another original Factory High Speed machine for sale. I have seen a few high speed capstan conversions for sale.

This is in excellent working condition. I bought this from a BBC Engineer near Leatherhead, who had over 40 R2Rs in his house, all serviced and working perfectly. I have barely put 5 hours on this since I bought it. Cosmetics are very good for a machine dating from the 60s.

I can email some pics to potential buyers. Collection welcome from Cheltenham. I will post worldwide at buyer's cost. The unit would be double boxed and shipped fully insured.

For more info, please email me on topoxforddoc@btinternet.com

Price £995 - yes I know that's steep, but the capstan conversions go for this money. I will accept payment by cheque, paypal (if you pay the fees) or a bank transfer.

[The Black Adder]

lovely machine.. The price is at the top end but whoever buys will be getting something really cool.

[Beechwoods]

Given it has been serviced recently and is working perfectly, the price seems entirely reasonable.

[The Black Adder]

Maybe some pics will help, Charlie. :)

[topoxforddoc]

Joe,
Thanks (how do I post the pics here?). I'll have to sort that out tomorrow. I've got an health article to write now for a magazine - copy date NOW.
Best wishes,
Charlie

[Reid Malenfant]

Hi Charlie, take a look at this thread (http://theartofsound.net/forum/showthread.php?t=14874)...

I'd suggest you use photobucket or similar & thus follow the instructions for that.

It's not difficult one you do it once, honestly :D

[topoxforddoc]

Mark

Thanks. I've just finished my article copy at half past midnight. I'll do this tomorrow.

Best wishes,

Charlie

[topoxforddoc]

OK here goes with the pics

http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120472.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120480.jpg
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http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120483.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120474.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120487.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120476.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120481.jpg
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/topoxforddoc/G36HighSpeed-9120482.jpg
The light makes the dark grey top plate look rather swirled in appearance. It’s not in reality like that.

Best wishes,

Charlie

[Barry]

Given it has been serviced recently and is working perfectly, the price seems entirely reasonable.

Similar machines usually go for ~ £750. About thirty years ago, a collegue at work put his Revox 736HS up for sale at £25. I declined!

I paid about half your asking price for my Nagra IV-S; a vastly superior machine in my opinion.

Nonetheless, good luck with the sale: they are a very good machine and becoming quite rare these days.

[The Black Adder]

These machines are getting scarce in this condition. They are certainly not dropping in price. I remember one on squankbay a few years since for £600 and it wasn't in as good nick as this.

I wish I could help you mate but I'm spent up... again!

Whoever buys this will be very happy indeed, this thing is built like a tank and fully valve. Mullard Miniwatt I seem to remember.

[topoxforddoc]

Thanks guys. I don't think you'd get a Nagra IV-S for £500 now. They've shot up in value too. I haven't seen a serviced IV-S go for less that about £1200 recently. I did toy with the idea of getting a Nagra, but to be honest I just don't use them, so there's no point really. But I'm not going to let it go for peanuts, as I don't need to sell it.

Best wishes,

Charlie

[Beechwoods]

Similar machines usually go for ~ £750. About thirty years ago, a collegue at work put his Revox 736HS up for sale at £25. I declined!

The cost of a service is factored into the price, it being serviced and running well. That makes it a fair price, in my opinion :)

Good luck with the sale anyway, I know it will make the purchaser very happy!

[The Black Adder]

Thanks guys. I don't think you'd get a Nagra IV-S for £500 now. They've shot up in value too. I haven't seen a serviced IV-S go for less that about £1200 recently. I did toy with the idea of getting a Nagra, but to be honest I just don't use them, so there's no point really. But I'm not going to let it go for peanuts, as I don't need to sell it.

Best wishes,

Charlie

Good Charlie... I wouldn't take any less for it, it's a real bit of top period/vintage quality gear that works and sounds superb.

I'm still lusting after one but it's just not to be, unfortunately.

[topoxforddoc]

Joe and Nick,

Thanks for the kind words. Maybe I should try and use it more, but I just spend too much time spinning black vinyl.

Charlie
www.charlie-chan.co.uk