Amstrad CPC464 Repairs - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

HayleyM · 15th May 2008, 8:41 am

Does anyone know if there is anyone in the West Yorkshire area that can fix an Amstrad CPC464 tape deck?-It rewinds and fast forwards but does nothing when the play button is pressed. I have no idea about electronics but would appreciate it if anyone has any suggestions.

Mike Phelan · 15th May 2008, 2:21 pm

Hayley
Welcome! That sounds like a mechanical, not an electronic, fault.
A quick Google on CPC464 came up with a lot of information - repairs and sales.
This one has a complete 464 for sale for less than any repair would cost . Obviously I have no connection with the seller.
HTH

ben · 15th May 2008, 4:42 pm

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Originally Posted by HayleyM

Does anyone know if there is anyone in the West Yorkshire area that can fix an Amstrad CPC464 tape deck?-It rewinds and fast forwards but does nothing when the play button is pressed. I have no idea about electronics but would appreciate it if anyone has any suggestions.

if you feel brave enough to open it, we can talk you through it with pictures . chances are the drive belt is worn out, or the pinch roller return spring is off, nothing more!

15th May 2008, 8:41 am	#1
HayleyM Retired Dormant Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 1	Amstrad CPC464 Repairs Does anyone know if there is anyone in the West Yorkshire area that can fix an Amstrad CPC464 tape deck?-It rewinds and fast forwards but does nothing when the play button is pressed. I have no idea about electronics but would appreciate it if anyone has any suggestions.

15th May 2008, 2:21 pm	#2
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Amstrad CPC464 Repairs Hayley Welcome! That sounds like a mechanical, not an electronic, fault. A quick Google on CPC464 came up with a lot of information - repairs and sales. This one has a complete 464 for sale for less than any repair would cost . Obviously I have no connection with the seller. HTH __________________ Mike.