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  1. electrode101

    Old broadcast newby

    Welcome, Bob, from another Broadcast Engineering veteran. 50 years of fun and challenges, and finally retired last year. Still have my fingers in it, though. Seems I can't get it entirely out of my bloodstream!
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    Where to Buy Vintage Turntables Near DC

    I was at Brett's shop, HiFi Heaven, this past Friday, and he had several Dual Automatic TTs for sale. I would think a 1219 or 1229 would fit the bill nicely. jD
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    New JJ E83CC frame grid tube...weak after 6 months use in Mac gear?

    OP, if you haven't done so already, start testing all tubes you buy prior to use. That way, you have a benchmark you can test against after time in use. Especially with old testers, results are "relative". More important is the "life test", gas test, and leakage. Good luck. jD
  4. electrode101

    Done! Thanks, John John Diamantis

    Done! Thanks, John John Diamantis
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    Sounds like a deal. My handle is jdiamantis.

    Sounds like a deal. My handle is jdiamantis.
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    I purchased one of your DR-7D needles a couple of months ago. So in order to send the EV 0.5, do...

    I purchased one of your DR-7D needles a couple of months ago. So in order to send the EV 0.5, do you want me to buy the ebay needle and you'll substitute the EV? Or, let me know if I'm wrong.
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    The elliptical lost the tip; never heard it. The mod I performed was removing the glue at the...

    The elliptical lost the tip; never heard it. The mod I performed was removing the glue at the end of the armature, and making sure the dampers were as free of glue as possible. It made all the difference.
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    My Decca was a 70s vintage. Tracking was fair. Was a vinyl wrecker at times. So far, the GE...

    My Decca was a 70s vintage. Tracking was fair. Was a vinyl wrecker at times. So far, the GE hasn't done that. It's been too long ago to remember, but I'm liking the GE alot.
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    My interest in the GE carts started in the early 70s while going to GWU in DC and finding a...

    My interest in the GE carts started in the early 70s while going to GWU in DC and finding a VRII, and a couple of unused styli in the campus radio station. Mounted it in a Gray 108 damped tonearm on a Rek-O-Kut TT and was amazed at the quality playback with the many mono rock albums I had. It...
  10. electrode101

    Your modifications were a revelation, and allowed me to recover the 0.5 mil, which is my...

    Your modifications were a revelation, and allowed me to recover the 0.5 mil, which is my favorite, and a couple of other 0.7's, both of which I need to rotate the armature to have the azimuth correct, and the stylus I bought from you off ebay.
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    I ordered about 10 styli from a guy about 10 years ago (can't remember his name offhand, but he...

    I ordered about 10 styli from a guy about 10 years ago (can't remember his name offhand, but he had a big business on ebay, and has since retired), and all but 2 were awful. And those 2 were not great.
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    I've collected 3 over the past 12 years or so. Found them all at local hamfests when they were...

    I've collected 3 over the past 12 years or so. Found them all at local hamfests when they were worth going to. The VR1000 0.5 and elliptical models I got with the original boxes. The other one was loose. I don't think I paid more than $5 each for these.
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    Sorry John. Get well. Absolutely no rush on my part. Health is of #1 importance to guys of our...

    Sorry John. Get well. Absolutely no rush on my part. Health is of #1 importance to guys of our "vintage" (I have a couple of years on you, but samey same) John
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    I appreciate it, John. I would even consider one of your "used" 0.5mils if they are not worn...

    I appreciate it, John. I would even consider one of your "used" 0.5mils if they are not worn. Thanks. John
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    John, You posted you still had some 0.5mil styli available for the VR1000. As I've stated...

    John, You posted you still had some 0.5mil styli available for the VR1000. As I've stated before I have one and love it. If any of yours are available, I'd be interested in a purchase. Just let me know. Thanks. And thanks for all of your work on these great carts. John Diamantis
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    Elac 10....Can a conical stylus tracking at 4 grams have trouble staying in the lead-in groove?

    Brewskies are a side benefit! Lol! Right now, a keeper. Once I get it running, we'll see how I like it. I like it's looks, so... jD
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    Elac 10....Can a conical stylus tracking at 4 grams have trouble staying in the lead-in groove?

    No worries. I have a good friend who does service work and has for years. If anyone has it, he does. Plus, he's good for a couple of cold ones while we search. :beerchug: Good luck with your deck. I have one I'll be working on in a couple of months as well. jD
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    Elac 10....Can a conical stylus tracking at 4 grams have trouble staying in the lead-in groove?

    It's not the service manual. It's a detailed instruction/setup manual in 8.5 x 11 format. If you want, I'll send that. I'm checking with a friend to see if they have the English service manual. jD
  19. electrode101

    Capital Audiofest Cancels 2020 and Confirms 2021 Show Dates

    Bummer. Thanks for the update, Heather. jD
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    Elac 10....Can a conical stylus tracking at 4 grams have trouble staying in the lead-in groove?

    I have a copy of the Elac 10 manual in English. 22 pages. pretty detailed. it's 2.28MB and the system won't let me upload it. Let me know if you want me to email a copy. John
  21. electrode101

    MC30 can capacitor

    If the MC30's rectifier was solid state, combining the 80 + 30 uf sections would probably be ok. Because they use a tube rectifier, you run the risk of exceeding the tube's rated ripple current, and the problems that would follow in doing so. Stick with your plan. The additional 30uf will not...
  22. electrode101

    noise problem with MC30

    It could be anything, but if you want to troubleshoot a bit, i would first swap the output tubes between channels; the left pair in the right amp and visa versa. If the sound and distortion now come from the right channel, one or both of those tubes are bad. Could you describe the noise? You...
  23. electrode101

    JBL 4312A pair, worth it?

    If all of the drivers work properly, they are priced well. going rate for finished auctions at the e-place are all higher than that, some more than double. Good luck. jD
  24. electrode101

    Anyone else still at work through this Coronavirus pandemic?

    I'm considered "essential service personnel", as I'm the Market Radio Engineer for a 4 Radio Station cluster in Virginia midway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond. We are the primary EAS relay station for Central and Northern Virginia, and as such have to stay on the air (even though there...
  25. electrode101

    Voice of Music portable turntable Model 556A Schematic help

    If you're testing the cap value, you need to lift one leg. To test for leakage in circuit, you need to leave it connected. jD
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