I don't have any $$$$

[antispatula]

but I would really like to get my otari mx5050 8 track working better. I finally got the pinch roller repaired (terry did excellently, and turnaround time was FAST) And got some tape, and finally tested out each channel. Channels 4, 6,7,8 don't work! 4 6 and 7, I can can jiggle the switches, and they sometimes work, and I've deoxidized the contacts a billion times. And 8 just sounds like crap. It comes in so fuzzy and buzzy. What should I do? Should I try replacing the switches myself, or should I just have the whole machine serviced? Does anyone know how much it would proabibly cost? I've NEVER had a tech do anything for any of my equipment, so I have no idea what to expect when it comes to money. 50? 100? 300? Don't know. And how do I look up a tech in my area?

 

[mixmkr]

I'd think $300 (unfortunately) for a GOOD going over and getting your machine up to the best it can be..fixed, calibrated, new parts (as needed)...as a min. ...IF your tech is worth their mustard.

If you are just getting a couple of switches fixed, cold solder joints repaired,, etc.. could be MUCH less. Probably an hourly rate at an hour or two.

 

[arjoll]

If it has channel cards or any kind of internal plugs, try cleaning them as well.

 

[antispatula]

Ok, so I FINALLY got a switch off, and I need a new one, and have NO idea where to get one.

anyone have any idea?