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Learn how to restore a reel-to-reel tape machine in this free stereo and audio gear repair video from a studio recording and electronics expert.
There are 18 videos in this series:
Watch a video introduction of restoring a reel-to-reel tape deck and what tools are needed, in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Learn about reel-to-reel front panel controls and basic functions of a reel-to-reel tape deck this free stereo-repair video taught by an expert studio engineer.
Learn how to restore and repair the back panel of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video clip from a studio engineer.
Expert studio engineer talks about the electronic components of a reel-to-reel tape deck and what the most important pieces are in this free stereo-repair video.
Learn how to repair and restore electronic components of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by a studio engineer.
Learn how to lubricate the reel motors of a reel-to-reel tape deck, and what oil to use, in this free stereo repair video taught by a studio engineer.
Learn how to lubricate the front capsten and roller of a reel-to-reel tape deck and what tools are needed, in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Find out what repair tools are needed for doing restoration of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Learn the gear and tools needed for taking care of recording heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Need to clean the recording heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck ? Find out how in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Find out how, what and when to clean the capstan of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Expert studio engineer shows how to clean the pressure roller of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video on restoring a reel-to-reel tape deck.
Get tips and techniques for demagnetizing the heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Lubricating the head and recording path of a reel-to-reel tape deck is important in restoration of reel-to-reel tape decks; learn more in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
You'll need several tools for the alignment of heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck; learn more in this free stereo-repair video from our studio engineer.
Get tips for aligning the heads and learn about the construction of the heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Learn about the alignment of heads of a reel-to-reel tape deck and how to calibrate the heads in this free stereo-repair video taught by our studio engineer.
Expert studio engineer talks about the restoration of a reel-to-reel tape deck and dos and don'ts in this free stereo-repair video about restoring reel-to-reel tape decks
With this Expert Village series, we will attempt to bring back the past, the pre-digital days when studio music recordings were done on reel-to-reel tape machines and not simply sucked straight into the digital console. Back then, analogue was the standard, and these days you don’t have to search very far to find someone who claims that those days were better. Maybe you find digital production to be too cold and calculating, too crisp and sterile, lacking warmth of tone and sense of dimension. Maybe you just remember the good ol’ days and don’t feel like learning how to record music on your computer. Or maybe you’re just interested in making good music, and you’d like to discover how reel to reel recording works. All you need to do is get that old tape machine in good working order and you can try recording as it was done in the old days.
In these music studio recording videos, you will learn how to get that old four track recorder back into top shape. Our expert explains the basic parts and operation of the machine, then gives you a few maintenance tips to get the motors and capstan back in good running order. You will also learn how to clean and demagnetize the recording heads and restore the pressure roller. Then, most importantly, you will find out how to align the heads to ensure that your reel-to-reel records your music accurately, with the wonders of analogue sound. Now that you know how to fix up a reel to reel machine, hit the pawn shops to find the recorder that will make you a music star.
Kurt Glaser Kurt Glaser NTCIP has been doing electronic calibration of audio gear since the early 70's. He is owner/chief recording engineer of KGB Studios in Redmond, WA. USA He records both in analog and mostly digital modes with his band 'U3&2"dkdk
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