Ok, I’m daring to follow up my poorly received first thread. I’m not sure if this will be worse or (slightly) better.
My 23 y/o daughter loves most things vintage: physical books (versus Kindle et al), film photography and vinyl records. And on this last item, she particularly loves her (hang on, here’s where the story gets a rough start).....portable a Crosley record player. I know, I know.
Fortunately, it stopped working but I told her to not toss it (it’s probably 5 years or older - given to her and I’ve not found the model details anywhere). Why? I had the thought it would be cool to gut it and replace the functional bits with something that doesn’t destroy vinyl and she gets to keep the retro looks of it. Yes, I realize it’s not plug and play but out of sheer ignorance it seems at least plausible. Besides, I don’t get the fascination with plexiglass on virtually...every...single...turntable.
I won’t offer my Empire 598 III for sacrifice nor my Sanyo TP (whatever # had it for almost 40 years). But I’m hopeful a decently cheap and format friendly donor could be found and grafted in place. Am I crazy? Perhaps. But I’ve tried to suggest some of the budget friendly (<$500) new alternatives and they all fail DAF.
Top area is about 16” across, 11.75” deep. Haven’t opened it up yet and not sure about the rest of the stuff - figured I’d try for another stinker post 😱
So, flame away. I think I can take it....
Thanks,
Z
My 23 y/o daughter loves most things vintage: physical books (versus Kindle et al), film photography and vinyl records. And on this last item, she particularly loves her (hang on, here’s where the story gets a rough start).....portable a Crosley record player. I know, I know.
Fortunately, it stopped working but I told her to not toss it (it’s probably 5 years or older - given to her and I’ve not found the model details anywhere). Why? I had the thought it would be cool to gut it and replace the functional bits with something that doesn’t destroy vinyl and she gets to keep the retro looks of it. Yes, I realize it’s not plug and play but out of sheer ignorance it seems at least plausible. Besides, I don’t get the fascination with plexiglass on virtually...every...single...turntable.
I won’t offer my Empire 598 III for sacrifice nor my Sanyo TP (whatever # had it for almost 40 years). But I’m hopeful a decently cheap and format friendly donor could be found and grafted in place. Am I crazy? Perhaps. But I’ve tried to suggest some of the budget friendly (<$500) new alternatives and they all fail DAF.
Top area is about 16” across, 11.75” deep. Haven’t opened it up yet and not sure about the rest of the stuff - figured I’d try for another stinker post 😱
So, flame away. I think I can take it....
Thanks,
Z
The key to Her heart is the CASE.
I believe You could buy a flight case and put a decent turntable inside.
Gorilla GC-TT DJ Universal Turntable Record Player Deck Protective Flight Case Carry Case inc Lifetime Warranty: Amazon.co.uk: Musical Instruments
Depending on Your painting skills, schould be doable.
I believe You could buy a flight case and put a decent turntable inside.
Gorilla GC-TT DJ Universal Turntable Record Player Deck Protective Flight Case Carry Case inc Lifetime Warranty: Amazon.co.uk: Musical Instruments
Depending on Your painting skills, schould be doable.
You need some fresh meat to start with / from. I'd have a look at -
https://www.ebay.com Search for "stereo" in "Vintage Record Players" category.
Pick something she likes and use it to build up from. Maybe even get tube -
https://www.ebay.com Search for "stereo" in "Vintage Record Players" category.
Pick something she likes and use it to build up from. Maybe even get tube -