I wish everything was as solid and long-lasting as my #stereo.
It consists of a record player from 1992 (#Technics SL-MK #1210), a CD player and a tape recorder from 1995, and a tuner and an amplifier from 1997 (all by #Yamaha).
They have never faltered or failed me. They just work and sound like they did on day one.
My speakers are from 1976 and, for nostalgic reasons, I have never replaced them – although I guess it would make a difference in this case.
Vintage Stereo Stack Becomes Neat PC Case - Vintage hi-fi gear has a look and feel all its own. [ThunderOwl] happened to be pl... - https://hackaday.com/2025/04/30/vintage-stereo-stack-becomes-neat-pc-case/ #casemodding #mischacks #technics #casemod #pc
So, why do I need to do maintenance on this deck? Because it is 45 years old. Haven't touched the electronics on it. Power supply is over specced, all 4 voltage supplies are fused and in spec. Still, I will need to address the large electrolytic at some point.
Why do I still use it? 20hz-20khz on metal tape, direct drive motors, 69dB snr with dolby B and with outboard dbx, so quiet you would not think it is tape.
Works for now (with the sacrificial tape - always use this one in case something bad happens and it gets eaten...). I'll put everything together until the parts come in.
This gives access to the mechanical and rubber parts, yet is still functional so it can be tested. Fast forward and rewind barely engaged and play stopped because the lack of rotation of the take up hub. A bit of rubber renew and that'll buy me some time for the replacement idler tire to come in from Europe. I ordered one from two different places / countries to make sure I get one sooner than later. #tape #maintenance #Technics #cassette #repair #diy #electronics
Doing some maintenance on my #Technics RS-M88 professional tape deck. The nice thing about this deck is that it is designed for easy access for maintenance. Two thumb screws removes the clear door panel, four screws removes the cassette receptacle door itself, and after loosening the door rails, I can remove the aluminum back cover. This deck is direct drive, so no belts involved in the transport, but it does use a belt for the tape counter, an idler tire and a pressure roller. #tape #cassette
Vintage Audio Amp Gets LED Lighting Upgrade - Vintage hi-fi gear can be very attractive, particularly compared to modern stuff. ... - https://hackaday.com/2024/12/22/vintage-audio-amp-gets-led-lighting-upgrade/ #vintageamp #ledhacks #technics #audio #hifi #led
A Game of Snake on a LEGO Mechanical Computer - Really, [OzzieGerff] had us at “LEGO.” But then he took it to another place entire... - https://hackaday.com/2024/08/23/a-game-of-snake-on-a-lego-mechanical-computer/ #pneumatics #technics #buffer #games #logic #snake #lego
I went with a standard SL-1200 model last year (finally)…
…but the SL-1500 now comes with a semi-automatic tone arm lifter, preventing very common needle wear. And a Ortofon Red needle!
A bargain, if you were looking for a #Technics.
#blog #music #SL1200 #turntable
https://www.turntablelab.com/products/technics-sl-1500c-turntable-silver
Harbor Freight and LEGO PCB Vise is Cheap and Effective - It doesn’t take much chasing things around the bench with a soldering iron to appr... - https://hackaday.com/2024/02/07/harbor-freight-and-lego-pcb-vise-is-cheap-and-effective/ #harborfreight #workholding #toolhacks #technics #pcbvise #clamp #lego #vise #pcb
Milo demands: DO NOT DISTURB 
tags #cats #caturday #HolyBirman #vinylcollection #CatsAndVinyl #Technics #PioneerDJ
@Satori
#LP recording/pressing was "hi-tech." #Analog sound arguably superior to compressed digital we hear today. Infinite-"master disc is basically cutting shape of musical sound waves directly into discs of polyvinyl chloride–which is where the term vinyl comes from!" Have old #Technics turntable
Some LPs. Got to say, they are a hoot. Just have to keep LPs clean. Keep the dust away. There's nothing like watching that needle track through grooves fm 60 yrs ago. 
https://victrola.com/blogs/articles/does-music-really-sound-better-on-vinyl
New gear day: Found this 90s Technics SL-BD20D, almost mint condition, on Marketplace for $50.
It's identical to the original one I bought in 1999, which had a broken cover and no longer cued properly. I Frankensteined the two together and will keep the other for spare parts.
If you're into vinyl and looking for a reliable turntable, look for deals on these older Technics. Audio Technica makes replacement styluses and cartridges for them. #Vinyl, #Technics, #Turntables
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