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K.C. Maloney
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I just got my hands on an excellent condition Fostex Model 80 1/4" 8-track reel to reel tape machine. I ordered the manual online, but while I wait for it to come in the mail, I was wondering if anybody knows where the tape alignment adjustments are located on this machine. I have worked in studios and have a lot of experience aligning 24 track Studers and Otaris, but I've never used any Fostex machines and I don't see any possible place where alignment adjustments would be located. I'm not asking for a step by step walkthrough or anything, I just want to know where the controls would be located.
Also, a few of the LED lights on the track meters have burnt out. Does anybody know if they can be replaced, and if so, can you recommend any decent (and I stress decent!) repair shops around the Los Angeles area that can handle restoring this great machine to full, perfect working order?
Also, a few of the LED lights on the track meters have burnt out. Does anybody know if they can be replaced, and if so, can you recommend any decent (and I stress decent!) repair shops around the Los Angeles area that can handle restoring this great machine to full, perfect working order?