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 MoreMuseum Exhibit
This blog describes the collection of vintage radio gear donated to the Texas Broadcast Museum.
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 MoreAdditional Rebuild Projects for the 1970s Radio Studio
This blog describes restoration projects done for the 1970s radio studio.
Read MoreAvailable Downloads
This blog lists available downloads that may be helpful for people interested in classic equipment restoration.
Read MoreTAB Vacuum Tube Audio Book Archive
This blog provides supporting information for the TAB Vacuum Tube Audio book, including details on various projects and downloadable files.
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.
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