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justjunque said:
Sorry for the lousy picture, but you can get a general idea.
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It's fine. She looks a bit rough. I doubt the dial glass can be replaced. Maybe with Lexan. Does it work at all? If so, and the sound is scratchy when adjusting the volume or tone, the pot's may just need a good cleaning with Deoxit spray. Otherwise, may need some new parts. Capacitors, resistors, transistors, etc.
You might do better finding another similar unit on Reverb, or E-bay, or from a vintage shop. They're out there. Even record stores have them.
 
It probably does sound scratchy when you adjust the volume. It’s been a while since I tried it. But, it seems like when I played the radio, which was the only thing that sort of worked, it just seemed very “weak”. If that makes sense. Like, you had to turn the volume up way more than you should. And, the sound was very tinny. I know it was never a powerhouse, but it used to sound a lot better. That’s why I thought maybe these replacement speakers aren’t compatible. They seem to be about the same vintage, and had the rca plugs. I think the speakers might be Realistic or Soundesign.
I know it’s foolish. But, if I ever get back on my feet financially, I wouldn’t hesitate to spend a couple/few hundred to get it working properly again. It would be worth it to me, based on the sentimental value alone.
 
justjunque said:
It probably does sound scratchy when you adjust the volume. It’s been a while since I tried it. But, it seems like when I played the radio, which was the only thing that sort of worked, it just seemed very “weak”. If that makes sense. Like, you had to turn the volume up way more than you should. And, the sound was very tinny. I know it was never a powerhouse, but it used to sound a lot better. That’s why I thought maybe these replacement speakers aren’t compatible. They seem to be about the same vintage, and had the rca plugs. I think the speakers might be Realistic or Soundesign.
I know it’s foolish. But, if I ever get back on my feet financially, I wouldn’t hesitate to spend a couple/few hundred to get it working properly again. It would be worth it to me, based on the sentimental value alone.
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Most likely, the weak sound is due to certain parts in the amplifier that have deteriorated due to aging, and now need replacing.
This is common in old audio equipment.
 
Here’s the info from the back side of the stereo, as well as the back of one of the speakers. The speakers are Soundesign branded, by the way.
Does this tell you, among other things, if these speakers should work with this stereo?
 

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justjunque said:
Here’s the info from the back side of the stereo, as well as the back of one of the speakers. The speakers are Soundesign branded, by the way.
Does this tell you, among other things, if these speakers should work with this stereo?
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Those speakers are 8 ohms, and are fine for that stereo.
I see the Antenna terminals don't have anything connected.
This would hinder any proper FM reception unless an antenna of some sort is connected.
A piece of thin wire about 3 feet long should be connected to that center screw.
 
Thanks.
It’s been so long since I’ve used it. I believe I used to have an antenna on it that was two wires, in a plastic strip. If you can picture what I’m talking about.
It probably got “misplaced” by the individual who borrowed and trashed the stereo. Maybe it’s with my original speakers.
The world may never know.
 

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