Tape Head Open Circuit
After the kind help recently on this group to identify my 1960 Countess tape recorder I have found a significant problem to my restoration in that the replay head is unfortunately open circuit. Temporarily wiring the record head into the replay amplifier has confirmed this and a pre-recorded test tape plays albeit at low volume presumably because of the head impedance mismatch. Does anyone know of a source for a suitable replacement 2 track mono replay head as shown in the attached picture? I also will need a replacement capstan drive flat belt (or material to make one). I have shortened the original "rubber" belt which is 7mm x 1mm section and at present the tape transport is operational.
Any help or useful suggestions welcome.
Paul
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