Akai reel to reel repair I have distortion and low volume on the right channel w

[whalish]

The model # is Akai GX 635D,
Is the low volume problem on start up typical of that models aged circuit board problems. Is there a cap or transistor that I should be looking for to change out?

As I stated the unit works great after an hour or so of constant playing, but who wants to put up with that.

Thanks

 

[soundguruman]

If the heads are clean...
then you probably are looking for a bad transistor, or you need to clean all the controls and relays...or you have a bad solder connection.
So, you can start by finding the schematic service manual. Try E bay, etc...
Other than that, test equipment, O scope would be a big help.

 

[whalish]

Best answer selected by whalish.

 

[whalish]

I just bought new trans. , caps. and service manual. so I guess i'll break out the old test equipment and get started.
I think most of the transistors are NPN.

Thanks for your help!

 

[whalish]

I changed 6 transistors cleaned and lubed the controls, and now it performs like

BRAND NEW!!!!


THANKS!!