Recent content by DelClark

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    System upgrade

    Thanks Matt, I have just acquired a brand new K5 with stylus, so will probably just replace the stylus. I think a proper service on the TT is a good idea though. Will wait until I get the CD player back first though.
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    Tape deck

    £94 is for the repair of my CD player, I am expecting the repair to tape deck to be less than that.. Else I will then sell for parts only etc.
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    Tape deck

    OK, I have also seen them going for good money, but are they selling ? The guy is currently fixing my Marantz CD player, fitting new laser etc, he said the part was $ £54 and he is charging £40 labour, so £94 in total, cheaper than getting a similar replacement. When I pick that up I am going to...
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    Tape deck

    HI, I have a Sony TC-K611S Tape deck, it is in immaculate condition but not working (the drive belt has perished) Anyway I have found a local chap who says he can repair it. My question is it worth doing, is there any value to this deck, as I thought that tape as a medium was dead. Doubt that...
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    System upgrade

    HI Matt, Thanks for your reply. Not sure that there any major shortcomings, but the kit is very old (bought in the late 90's) and I have recently heard (newer) kit that friends etc have and the sound is clearer and a bit more punch, so wondering if mine has got a bit tired with age (like me :)...
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    System upgrade

    HI, I am new to this site, so please be gentle with me :) My current (old) system is: Linn Basik/Akito/K5 Linn Intek Linn Index speakers 2 on Ku-stone stands (bi wired with QED Silver anniversary) Marantz CD 72 SE. I am looking to improve on this set up, but have a limited budget. I am...