Anyone selling a Ferrograph? - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Mike Phelan · 7th Dec 2006, 9:52 am

Another nostalgia trip, replacing a few things I sold years ago and regretted ever since!

I am looking for, preferably a Series 6, but would settle for a 5 or 4.
Not too bothered if mono, but stereo would be nice.

Would like a decent cabinet if possible, and complete, but not bothered if deck and/or preamp panel need respraying.

Don't care if it doesn't work, but would be good if mains and output transformers are OK.

Probably a tall order - we'll see.

ekcobeach · 7th Dec 2006, 2:27 pm

Hi Mike, You have a PM. regards, Colin.

Mike Phelan · 7th Dec 2006, 2:44 pm

Thanks, Colin - keep 'em coming in, though, all - I will not finally decide until a few more (hopefully) appear.

Derek · 12th Dec 2006, 6:33 am

There's one or two on an eBay currently, including one with an all metal casing.

Mike Phelan · 12th Dec 2006, 8:14 am

Thanks, Derek. I've not seen this variety before. I have had a search sitting on ebay for a while now; decided that there are enough of them still about to settle on a stereo Series 6; they all seem to go for £50-60.

If I find one that needs a respray or has faults, even better. I think it will have to wait now until after the holiday - too many balls in air!

Tim · 13th Dec 2006, 2:04 am

Hi Mike. Have a choice of three Ferrographs. Pm me for details...............

Mike Phelan · 13th Dec 2006, 8:10 am

On way, Tim.

flywheel · 14th Dec 2006, 12:44 am

Mono Ferrograph's have been fetching quite high prices on eBay recently (up to £100 or more). One of the main reasons seems to be that there are one or more eBay users willing to buy them at these prices, then strip them down and sell parts like valves and transformers at a profit (for some reason seemingly under alternative user names).

I've often seen the output transformers listed as being by Partridge - incorrectly, as Ferrograph made their own - and sold in pairs for single-ended amp projects. The fact that, despite their high quality, they're not a suitable match for modern speakers doesn't stop them reaching over £150 a pair, and numerous sets have gone like this!

An unfortunate end to a lot of good decks, including some I've noticed sold by people declaring they want them to 'go to a good home'!

Mike Phelan · 14th Dec 2006, 8:31 am

They seem to be going at about £50-£55 at the moment on eBay, but curiously an earlier one went the other day for £7!

I am now sorted, thanks to Tim

Moderators, thread can be closed, thanks.

Just the FCS to sort out (Forum Courier Service)

7th Dec 2006, 9:52 am	#1
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Another nostalgia trip, replacing a few things I sold years ago and regretted ever since! I am looking for, preferably a Series 6, but would settle for a 5 or 4. Not too bothered if mono, but stereo would be nice. Would like a decent cabinet if possible, and complete, but not bothered if deck and/or preamp panel need respraying. Don't care if it doesn't work, but would be good if mains and output transformers are OK. Probably a tall order - we'll see. __________________ Mike.

7th Dec 2006, 2:27 pm	#2
ekcobeach Rest in Peace Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Wilmington, East Sussex, UK. Posts: 230	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Hi Mike, You have a PM. regards, Colin.

7th Dec 2006, 2:44 pm	#3
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Thanks, Colin - keep 'em coming in, though, all - I will not finally decide until a few more (hopefully) appear. __________________ Mike.

12th Dec 2006, 6:33 am	#4
Derek Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: North East Posts: 61	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? There's one or two on an eBay currently, including one with an all metal casing. Last edited by Sean Williams; 12th Dec 2006 at 7:16 am. Reason: See Ebay thread.......

12th Dec 2006, 8:14 am	#5
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Thanks, Derek. I've not seen this variety before. I have had a search sitting on ebay for a while now; decided that there are enough of them still about to settle on a stereo Series 6; they all seem to go for £50-60. If I find one that needs a respray or has faults, even better. I think it will have to wait now until after the holiday - too many balls in air! __________________ Mike.

13th Dec 2006, 2:04 am	#6
Tim Dekatron Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, UK. Posts: 3,308	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Hi Mike. Have a choice of three Ferrographs. Pm me for details............... __________________ "Nothing is as dangerous as being too modern;one is apt to grow old fashioned quite suddenly."

13th Dec 2006, 8:10 am	#7
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? On way, Tim. __________________ Mike.

14th Dec 2006, 12:44 am	#8
flywheel Tetrode Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Leicester, Leicestershire, UK. Posts: 68	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? Mono Ferrograph's have been fetching quite high prices on eBay recently (up to £100 or more). One of the main reasons seems to be that there are one or more eBay users willing to buy them at these prices, then strip them down and sell parts like valves and transformers at a profit (for some reason seemingly under alternative user names). I've often seen the output transformers listed as being by Partridge - incorrectly, as Ferrograph made their own - and sold in pairs for single-ended amp projects. The fact that, despite their high quality, they're not a suitable match for modern speakers doesn't stop them reaching over £150 a pair, and numerous sets have gone like this! An unfortunate end to a lot of good decks, including some I've noticed sold by people declaring they want them to 'go to a good home'! __________________ Andrew B.

14th Dec 2006, 8:31 am	#9
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Anyone selling a Ferrograph? They seem to be going at about £50-£55 at the moment on eBay, but curiously an earlier one went the other day for £7! I am now sorted, thanks to Tim Moderators, thread can be closed, thanks. Just the FCS to sort out (Forum Courier Service) __________________ Mike.