One thing I've been meaning to do to my Credenza that I've heard good things about is resealing the horn with a 50/50 mixture of glycerine and alcohol. Ideally it involves removing the motorboard and all fittings (tone arm etc.) and "painting" the inside of the horn with the machine upside down, then the next day turning it upright and doing the same. The alcohol helps the glycerine penetrate the wood and reseal any joinery that might have dried out over time, then the alcohol evaporates and leaves the wood revivified. Supposedly it makes for a more "forward" and resonant sound. Haven't done it yet, but know people who have recommended the technique. Philip Carli ________________________________________ From: [email protected] [[email protected]] on behalf of William Berndt [[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 12:53 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: [Phono-L] Victor Orthophonic Credenza adjustment
In February I purchased a Victor VE8-30X. I really wanted one with a spring motor, but when I visited Ron Haring, of the six or so machines he had (he has an unbelievable inventory - well worth a visit) one was in such fine condition that I caved and bought it. Having sold my Victor VV4-3, I was initially surprised that it didn't sound as good - rather dull, and less volume. First I removed the tonearm, and discovered there was no gasket underneath, so I made one out of rubber, which improved the sound a bit. I started using my HMV 5B soundbox which greatly helped the higher frequencies, and had been using since, but several people said it still sounded thin with less warmth and bass response than it should have. Recently, I read of adjusting the screw on the soundbox balance bar, and did so in 1/8 turn increments - wow, what a difference! After an hour or so of turns and tests, I now have dramatically more volume, and very nicely balanced with highs like the HMV 5B, but with better bass. Are there any more "tweaks" I can do? Ron already replaced the ball bearings in the soundbox, and I always use teflon tape on the tonearm end for a tight seal. Many thanks for any suggestions, Will Chicago, IL _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ________________________________ This email message and any attachments may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, you are prohibited from using the information in any way, including but not limited to disclosure of, copying, forwarding or acting in reliance on the contents. If you have received this email by error, please immediately notify me by return email and delete it from your email system. Thank you. _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
