Technics RS1500 Reel To Reel Upgrade / Service in UK? - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Beechwoods · 20th Oct 2012, 4:35 pm

Some time ago I got myself a very nice Technics RS1500 open reel deck. It works pretty well, though I think the capacitors are probably degrading (it's got that 'electronic smell' and on some poorer quality recordings the signal sounds a bit like it's pumping).

When I bought the machine it was with the intention of investing a bit in it to achieve something like The Tape Project do with their machines, ie., upgrade the electronics.

Does anyone know of anyone in the UK specialising in servicing / upgrading Technics reel machines? I am based in Bristol but can travel. I've used Servicesound in the past but wondered if there was anyone out there specialising in Technics.

Many thanks.

Nick

20th Oct 2012, 4:35 pm	#1
Beechwoods Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bristol, UK Posts: 48	Technics RS1500 Reel To Reel Upgrade / Service in UK? Some time ago I got myself a very nice Technics RS1500 open reel deck. It works pretty well, though I think the capacitors are probably degrading (it's got that 'electronic smell' and on some poorer quality recordings the signal sounds a bit like it's pumping). When I bought the machine it was with the intention of investing a bit in it to achieve something like The Tape Project do with their machines, ie., upgrade the electronics. Does anyone know of anyone in the UK specialising in servicing / upgrading Technics reel machines? I am based in Bristol but can travel. I've used Servicesound in the past but wondered if there was anyone out there specialising in Technics. Many thanks. Nick Last edited by Beechwoods; 20th Oct 2012 at 4:41 pm.