Simon’s Vintage Phonograph Repair Services:
Simon’s Vintage Radio Repair operates a full service radio repair shop that specializes in the repair of 40’s, thru 70’s tube and transistor radios of all makes and models, including 50’s, 60’s and some 70’s phonograph units. The price for our Phonograph Repair Process of the radio’s electronic components and chassis is provided below.
Phonograph Repair:
All phonographs are repaired with expertise (See my Technical Background). The electrical repair price is based on the amplifier as well as the phonograph. Unless it’s part of a console (See below). All phonographs are workbench tested for several hours before being returned. Pricing does not include cabinet restoration.
Phonograph Repair Pricing:
Phonographs / with tube amps – $150.00 plus additional parts.
Phonographs / with transistor amps – $150.00 plus additional parts.
90-Day Warranty on parts and workmanship of the repaired or replaced components. (Tubes not included).
Basic Phonograph Repair Process:
- Replacement of out of tolerance Paper and Electrolytic Capacitors.
- Replacement of out of tolerance Resistors.
- Replacement of wires with crumbling insulation.
- Perform basic cleaning of the mechanical parts.
- Lubricate all controls and switches.
Additional Phonograph Parts:
- Idle Wheel
- Cartridge / Needle
- Drive Motor and rubber mounts
- Turrets
- Drive Belts
CAUTION – Never plug in a radio that has been sitting for the past ten years! You may be shocked and damage the radio.