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Ferguson 236A Wireless restored …
Here we had a dead Ferguson 236A Table Top Wireless Set from around 1950 in for repair. We must not disturb the chassis connections or we will open up a large can of worms for the future.
A nice challenge.
Took a while!
And what have we here … A Decca Beau, circa 1938 in need of attention. My client states it makes horrible noises and won't work.
More details here
Let's take a look …………
A recently, built from scratch in my workshop, Paxolin circuit board with new modern components fitted that made the KT66 powered BBC Amplifier run nicely again.
Schematic to be found, in link below;
Here
Previous unsuccessful repairs made a number of years ago by unknown personell …
After restoration
That's better, new turret boards and components.
The Watkins Westminster Combo amplifier sounding proud after a total refurbishment of the electronics. New components, where needed including main smoothing capacitors that were about to explode their innards into the surrounding chassis and matched ECL82 output valves.
https://jonsnell.co.uk/page-27/
Schematic: here
A re stuffed multi cap fitted and tested in a Dansette Major.
Thank you
I have the facility to accept the complete Dansette Record Player if you do not wish to remove the amplifier. Please add a further £12 to cover extra time required and the extra postage.
All models of Dansette are catered for.
More information … please click here
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Dansette Monarch schematic may be found here
I design and build bespoke amplifiers, for both HiFi and instruments.
The 66 now has a little brother the Double Six. Utilising a pair of EL84 output valves that give you a choice of power ratings from about 18Watts down to 1Watt for studio/home use.
There was no case around the amplifier when first built and now we have a case made out of recycled floor boards from a very old house in Abbotsbury, Dorset.
it is designed to not only sound but look the part and still built and tested in the UK with locally sourced components by one of the best engineers in the business.
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Output transformer designed for that little bit extra just where it is needed, making the Icon 18 stand out above the crowd.
For more details, on the iCon 18 click here
Manufacturing, Repairs to most makes, Restorations and Refurbishing … The impossible is a pleasure but miracles may take a bit longer.
The amazing 400 bass amplifier.
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