This is a 1950 RCA VICTOR phonograph, model 45EY3 that I restored. I had to replace the Cam, Idler, Motor mounts, Turntable mounts, Needle cartridge. Checked all the Tubes, Recapped it, Painted the Deck and Lubricated it. The record is the first 45 RPM ever released to the public on March 31,1949, it’s serial #48-0001….
Kenwood KD-35R (1980) installation and belt replacement
KENWOOD KD-35R (Made in Japn 1980) Automatic Return Turntable. This is Japan made auto return cute and simple belt drive turntable with factory set tone arm. Ideal model for new comers in vintage audio. This model is easy for repair or parts. Belt replacement and handling of stylus is included in this demonstration. 45 and…
Pioneer PL-990 turntable unboxing & setup
Yes, a real unboxing video this time — only because a brand new turntable is probably not something you’ll often see being unboxed. It is a Pioneer PL-990, which I consider to be the best of all the cheap generic turntables on the market today, because it is the only one (that I know of)…
Pioneer PL-7 Turntable Refurb Project
I’ve been trying to buy a used turntable for about a month and finally scored one from Goodwill’s online auction website. For a total of $68 I got the Pioneer PL-7 direct drive turntable that was made from 1981-82. I received it in good shape as it was well packaged. It was dusty and dirty…
The difference a new turntable stylus (needle) can make!
A demonstration of the improvement in audio quality that replacing a worn-out turntable stylus can make, especially when upgrading from a sapphire to a diamond tip and from a conical to an elliptical tip.
Dual 1229 Turntable – Restoration
Video of a restoration on a Dual 1229 turntable.New arc cap, new gold plated RCA jacks, new diamond tipped needle and new ground wire. Sanded, stained and sealed wooden plinth base.