Vintage set-up, all together now.

[dread31]

Sansui 2000x (1971), Luxman PD 264 (1983), Infinity RS7 (1984).
(Dates derived from serial numbers.)

Seen here playnig Carole Kings "Tapestry".

After a new driver board and new output transistors the Sansui came to life.
The Luxman had a bad solder joint, and an improper cartridge set-up.
The Infinitys were refoamed and the crossovers were rebuilt.

The sound is surprisingly good.:music:

Next, I have a Revox A77 that needs a head relap, or replacement, perhaps.:scratch2:

Dave

[superdog]

I wouldn't be too surprised,that is a nice setup.

[stuwee]

2 Q's, have you tried speaker stands? Since you like the sound of them with a bit of a back tilt, maybe get 'em up a little. And how did you get the 10 or is it 12 gauge speaker wire in the Sansui? BTW looks really nice!

Craig

[tarior]

It always gives me grin to see setup like that. Basic, nothing fancy, and I'm sure it sounds a great as it looks. Nice.

[AnalogDigit]

Nice setup!

[vincei]

Nice setup. It should sound good, those are great components. I love the TT.

[Rat44]

And a matching period stand to boot. Looks nice.

[Axcel]

sweeten simple

[dread31]

2 Q's, have you tried speaker stands? Since you like the sound of them with a bit of a back tilt, maybe get 'em up a little. And how did you get the 10 or is it 12 gauge speaker wire in the Sansui? BTW looks really nice!

Craig

Craig,

I have a pair of 28" Target stands that I plan on trying. Although I will probably find them to be too tall.

It's 12 Gauge, and I used gold plated pin connectors from RadioShack. The Infinitys have been modified with 5-way binders.

This isn't the final spot, either, BTW. Just set then up in the dining area to check everything out. This will end up in a bedroom when the remodeling is done.

Dave

[ashnut]

I love a setup that says, "Listen to me and stop futzin'." Me likey. I'll bet it sounds great!

[johnda]

Nice looking setup and I bet it sounds cool too!

[dread31]

Went ahead and cleaned the RCA jacks and cartridge pins with a little deoxit,
WOW, did that sharpen the sound up!

I've had it running all afternoon and night.

The nights playlist;

Beethoven Piano Sonatas

Carole King, Tapestry

Fleetwood Mac, Bare Trees

Viotti, Violin Concerti, No's 22 & 23

Stevie Ray Vaughn, Texas Flood

Hank Williams jr., Man of Steel

As I type; Led Zeppelin, In through the Out Door.
On Classic Records 180 gram.

I had forgotten what an awesome TT the Luxman PD264 really is.

You know, Fellas, there is a little history behind this system.

Sansui 2000x--My brother brought one back with him when he came home from Vietnam, I think it was 1970:scratch2:. It was the first HiFi stereo component I ever heard. I was 6 years old. He had it for about 10 years, and traded it in for something else. (NAD, I think.)

Luxman PD264--I bought one new in 1983. (My first HiFi purchase.) Sold it, along with an HK 825 preamp, and a Denon POA1500 five years later when I fell into financial trouble. Found this one in the local Trading Post a couple years ago, and just got around to restoring it a couple days ago. Just needed a little TLC.

(I've also just recently acquired a POA1500 from a fellow AKer. May start looking for an HK 825 next.:scratch2:)

The Infinitys we just a lucky GW find. No history there, just great speakers.:thmbsp:

At any rate, this system has turned out great. And I give a good deal of credit to my friends on AK for that. It was info and advice I gathered here that helped me get it up and running.:yes:

Dave

[ozmoid]

Beautiful rig, Dave. :music: I like a simple approach, and I bet it sounds great!

[DENNYDOG]

I like the clean look. No need to get crazy with lots of equipment. A simple system like yours can really surprise a guy.

[Danger Boy]

very nice retro set up. I think everyone should have a vintage set up somewhere to listen to music. good work.