Classic Radio Station
Following donation of the 1970s radio studio equipment to the Texas Broadcast Museum (see the blog), a search commenced for the next big project. Restoring a classic radio transmitter had been on the “planned project” list for some time, but…
This blog describes the refurbishment and installation of a classic radio station automation system.
This blog described refurbishment of a Gates Executive audio console used in radio stations in the 1970s and 80s.
This blog describes the implementation of a 1970s-era FM radio station production room using the Gates Executive audio console as the centerpiece.
This blog describes restoration work on the ScotchCart type cartridges.
This blog describes an old-school proof of performance done on the 1970s radio studio equipment.
This blog list museums that focus on classic radio station equipment.
This blog describes the Vinyl Snob web site, a destination for folks who appreciate vinyl records.
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.
This blog describes the restoration of a classic radio broadcast console—the Gates Executive—from an eBay purchase to being back on the air.