Archive for May 2026
Restoring Classic Carousel Cart Machines
This blog describes the restoration of classic Carousel cart machines, used extensively in radio station automation systems of the 1970s and 80s.
Read MoreGates Executive Audio Console Restoration, Part 3: Further Enhancements
This blog describes continued work to provide additional functionality for the Gates Executive audio console.
Read MoreGates Executive Audio Console Restoration, Part 2: Power On
This blog picks up where the last one left off. The console has been reassembled. Next up, the final work needed to return the console to working condition.
Read MoreGates Executive Audio Console Restoration, Part 1
This blog describes the restoration of a classic radio broadcast console—the Gates Executive—from an eBay purchase to being back on the air.
Read MoreAmpex AG-440 Tape Machine Restoration
This blog describes the restoration of a classic Ampex AG-440 reel-to-reel tape machine, from a “sold as is” eBay purchase to back in the studio.
Read MoreAmpex 1455 Restoration
This blog describes the restoration of a classic consumer reel-to-reel tape recorder—the Ampex 1455.
Read MoreHeathkit IM 5248 Restoration Project
This blog documents the restoration of a Heathkit IM 5248 Intermodulation Analyzer. It is one of many projects completed over the years to bring vintage test equipment back to life.
Read MoreHeathkit Refurbishment Gallery
This blog features a gallery of some of the Heathkit instruments that have been restored by WhitakerAudio.
Read MoreBack to the Future of Vinyl
This blog describes the Vinyl Snob web site, a destination for folks who appreciate vinyl records.
Read MoreInteresting Web Sites and Resources
This blog provides links to interesting web sites relating to the work done by WhitakerAudio over the years.
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