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Ampex AG-440 Tape Machine Restoration

March 17, 2022

A close up of an old reel to reel tape recorder

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.

TAB Vacuum Tube Audio Book Archive

March 16, 2022

A black and silver amplifier sitting on top of a table.

This blog provides supporting information for the TAB Vacuum Tube Audio book, including details on various projects and downloadable files.

Heathkit IM 5248 Restoration Project

March 14, 2022

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.

Gates Executive Audio Console Restoration, Part 1

March 14, 2022

A close up of two meters on top of a radio

This blog describes the restoration of a classic radio broadcast console–the Gates Executive–from an eBay purchase to being back on the air.

Ampex 1455 Restoration

March 13, 2022

A close up of an old fashioned reel to reel tape recorder

This blog describes the restoration of a classic consumer reel-to-reel tape recorder–the Ampex 1455.