Welcome to the forum! I get it on how frustrating it can be getting these little gems working as intended. If it’s just a belt and a little...
I did get most everything down- except RPMs. Specifications on the service manual don’t say, and most boombox motors on eBay don’t say.
Yes! - I just need to convert the USB 3 (type C) to USB 2. Or just find one already with a USB 3 connection. Perfect, thanks!
I'm drooling over those MA-Rs!
I remember buying a very similar unit for about $999 USD in 1988 (if memory still serves). It was the best sounding mini stereo system I ever owned.
Now this should be a Kickstarter project!
These are beautiful machines and worth saving. You might be able to search for the part number or just pick up a spare non-working unit (where...
I own a M1 14" MacBook. I just purchased the "Nak T-100" from the App Store that simulates the Nakamichi T-100 Audio Analyzer. It looks quite...
I have a Sharp GF 5757 boombox. Nothing that special, but the wow and flutter is horrible. I changed out the belt, but there was no improvement....
And if you upgrade your lights to LED, you'll need to upgrade your switch to a LED dimmer. Who knows, that just might solve everything!
Like the article implies, keep things simple. I would install batteries in your boombox and see if things improve (AC issue) or stay the same...
Excellent article- and quite entertaining too.
Love the way it starts up with the woofers saying, "I'm ready!".
I assumed the Service Manual would had pointed this out, but I guess not. There is what looks like an adjustment POT behind the motor so I’ll give...
My favorite boombox is running slow! A 3KHz cassette tape sounds like 1KHz. I replaced the belt, and although the current belt was stretched,...
I have the same problem. Apparently the unit needs to “reset’ itself by a couple short-circuits on the PCB. I have yet to try this myself, but...
Was this issue ever resolved? I too replaced the belt on my WM-EX5 only to lock me out- door locked closed with play engaged and zero power...
I’m from Tucson AZ and love all things cassette. Currently I have issues with a WM-EX5. Hopefully I can relay my concerns soon.
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