Vin13

[vin13]

I'm still quite new!

I recently decided to buy an old amp or receiver. I wanted something with wooden sides and chunky aluminium knobs like I remembered from my childhood in the 70s.

By the time I was old enough to buy my first amp in the late 80's the 'black plaque' had well and truly taken hold. At the time it seemed more attractive than used 80's push-button amps. In fairness that black Aiwa amp is still going strong!

I bought a Pioneer SX-434. The problem is I couldn't stop there! It was so nice I had to have more! A JVC R-S7, Pioneer SA-7800, Sansui AU-101. Then I needed a turntable with wood to match, my old Pioneer PL-430 was never 100%! So I got a Pioneer PL-510 and more recently a Rotel RP-1500, which isn't working. I guess buying vintage gear can be a bit of a lottery.

I'm not knowledgeable enough on hifi equipment to help anyone out, but thankfully there are plenty of forum members that are. That's why I joined.

If there's anyone else from Ireland here, particularly any vintage audio technicians!, let me know.

cheers

Vin

[Sandy G]

Welcome, Vin, to AK ! Nice t'have ya !

[cableguy]

I'm not knowledgeable enough on hifi equipment to help anyone out, but thankfully there are plenty of forum members that are. That's why I joined.

Well we'll have to fix that...:yes:
I knew next to nothing either....this is a great place to learn.
Welcome aboard.



Bill

[pmsummer]

I'm not knowledgeable enough on hifi equipment to help anyone out, but thankfully there are plenty of forum members that are. That's why I joined.



"Take two squirts of Cramolin, and call me in the morning."

Welcome, Vin!

[ozmoid]

Welcome to AK, vin! :music: I'm not knowledgeable enough on hifi equipment to help anyone out, but thankfully there are plenty of forum members that are. That's why I joined.

That'll change.

[tentoze]

Wow, a member from Ireland! Welcome to AK, sir. I've always wanted to visit your beautiful country.

[ZebraBlvd]

Welcome Vin, not a finer bunch will you find.

[onepixel]

Vin13

Great to have you visiting from Ireland and welcome to AK! Sounds like you got the vintage itch.

I'm sure once you settle down the guys will help get your Rotel going.

Cheers,
Carl

[GordonW]

... and more recently a Rotel RP-1500, which isn't working.

Got a pic of the Rotel? That model number sounds strangely familiar. :scratch2: Might have had one of those. If so, maybe can offer advice...

Regards,
Gordon.

[Vitopanch]

I'm still quite new!

I'm not knowledgeable enough on hifi equipment to help anyone out, but thankfully there are plenty of forum members that are. That's why I joined.

If there's anyone else from Ireland here, particularly any vintage audio technicians!, let me know.

cheers

Vin

Hail and Welcome Vin. Although there are many very knowledgeable folks here, all of us are just like you, interested in music, the gear and like to chat about it. That being said once you get comfortable, you may surprise yourself my offering tidbits of advice and some of your experiences to the ever growing group of us here.

My father's folks were from Bray, Ireland so on behalf of my ancesters, Éirinn go Brách.

Vito

[Urizen]

Welcome to AK!:thmbsp:

[hakaplan]

Hey, Vin, welcome aboard!

[vin13]

Got a pic of the Rotel? That model number sounds strangely familiar. :scratch2: Might have had one of those. If so, maybe can offer advice...

Regards,
Gordon.

Gordon, I got my initial issue sorted out. I hadn't owned a belt-driven turntable before, so I didn't know how to re-attach the belt. Now it's up- and-running I have another issue. I'll post in the turntables forum, perhaps you could look if you have time.

Thanks

Vin