LabGuy's World: Akai and other quarter inch VTRs

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Akai VT-150 restoration - Part 1 (HD)



(8 Minutes, 30 Seconds - 1.01GB)

       In this two part series (so far), Labguy undertakes the restoration of the extremely rare Akai VT-150 color portable VTR. Watch and learn how painful this hobby can be at times. One must have "the knack" to enjoy this type of masochism. Enjoy!


Akai VT-150 restoration - Part 2 (HD)



(8 Minutes, 30 Seconds - 1.01GB)

       The frustration continues as I ty to get the take up reel and capstan pinch roller pressures adjust just so. In fact, this was not acheived. The VTR is currently out for service. An update episode will be posted when it returns. Stay tuned. Enjoy!


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Created May 1, 2013 - Last updated: May 1, 2013