Both wrong. It was mass production and sold in the UK. That type of wood casing was the norm back then.
Both wrong. It was mass production and sold in the UK. That type of wood casing was the norm back then.
It is impossible for anything digital to sound analogue, because it isn't analogue!
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 10
I'm John.
It states in the article that the stylus was replaced with a NOS turnover diamond stylus unit...i think it would be wise to replace the stylus with a new one can you guys point me in the right direction please..any links please?
It would help if you sent a close up of what is there.
Keep in mind , all of the capacitors in that unit are suspect as most have wandered out of spec due to age.
Power supply caps could fail catastrophically.
Useing it as is before a complete service could cause alot of damage.
One bad cap can cause you to burn the rectifier, transistors or smoke the transformer.
Electrolytic capacitors dry out .
Most likely you will need a new belt, a recap, new styles.
And rebias, tuner alignment and preamp detector pots cleaned and adjusted.
Get it looked at before putting it into service , first rule with rare old electronics is DO NO HARM.
It would be nice to see that all in one matched with these, They are voiced beautifully. and with that small 20watt per channel amp they will fill even a large room at 97db @1 watt. 44hz. to 24Khz.
The bass is really good from such a small speaker.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Klipsch-RB-...VAd:rk:14:pf:0
Another great option . https://www.tektondesign.com/mini-lore-monitor.html
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Jeff :UBERTHREADKILLER
Location: nottingham
Posts: 328
I'm nigel.
I note in the info posted in post 8 the replacement of a diamond Flipover stylus.
This screams ceramic cartridge, not a more modern MM type.
If this is the case i fear any expensive repairs/upgrading will be a waste....ceramic carts are at best passible and will chew through your records in no time.
Be wary.....but good luck.
Location: Middlesex, UK
Posts: 4,482
I'm Alex.
Current Lash Up:
TEAC VRDS 701T > Sony TAE1000ESD > Krell KSA50S > JM Labs Focal Electra 926.
Location: Middlesex, UK
Posts: 4,482
I'm Alex.
The Decca Deram was pretty good. I think I still have one in an Garrard SP25 in the loft.
Just remembered, also in the loft I have a Sony unit that looks a bit like the Sharp unit under discussion. It has a belt drive turntable and magnetic cartridge. Seem to remember that it was pretty good.
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