Frequently asked questions about the service and repair of hi-fi electronics, vintage hi-fi gear, how and when repairs are viable, warranty etc.
Indeed I do, you cannot do this sort of work properly without them. In fact, I have some of the coolest cassette deck-specific tools available, custom-made for working with cassette decks and these are necessary tools of the trade. My stash includes various calibration tapes including a custom Pioneer set for use with the CT-A9X […]
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In most cases yes, no problem. We have stocks of incandescent and LED lamps, in the most common sizes, so you can choose what suits you. For the ultimate vintage goodness, incandescent lamps are the way to go. For a more modern look, LED illumination is great.
No, we neither use nor recommend kits, nor do we sell parts lists, BOMs, or parts. Repairing and overhauling electronic equipment involves much more than swapping parts. For the average owner, attempting to overhaul a complex piece of hi-fi electronics via a kit is as silly as it sounds and usually creates more problems than
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I’d be happy to, but hopefully you read this before blowing anything up! If you purchased equipment from Japan and it has already blown up, we need to establish what damage has been done to it. Line Voltage Different regions use different AC or mains supply voltages. Japan uses 100V, the USA uses 110/120V, and
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Yes, all electronic equipment needs periodic maintenance. Pretty much everything made by humans requires some form of periodic maintenance, such as cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, or parts replacement, so this should come as no surprise. Complex electronic equipment, containing hundreds of parts and often operating decades beyond its intended design life, is certainly no exception! Design
