Here's my 2nd annual recap, 2013.
Considering my tight budget, I think I did A.O.K. I picked up two that were on my short list and added a few that were unexpected. 2013 was a very busy year for me, outside of the boombox world, so I'm pretty happy with my modest haul.
I'm in FL, so I couldn't do a group shot, but I keep pretty good records. Therefore, I'm digging into the archives. Many (or most) will be re-runs.
I'll start with the Panasonic RX-DT630. It's kind of an odd model, as far as the platinum RX-DT series are concerned. I picked it up locally for a song and dance and sent it to my Mom's house in FL. It's in pretty good shape and the bass (like all the Platinum DT's) is kick a$$.:
My next pick-up was part of a local package deal - The Panasonic RX-DT707. I know many members aren't impressed with it's looks, but they probably haven't heard one in person. I wasn't crazy about the style, but the price was too good to pass up. My intention was to flip it, but after hearing it, there was no question it was being integrated into the collection.:
As part of the package deal on the 707, I ended up with a Panasonic RX-DT600. It's the entry level Platinum DT unit. The story I got was that it spent around 10 years in a commercial kitchen. I was thinking it may end up a parts unit, but I decided to go through it anyway. After hours of cleaning and a basic service, it turned out to be a $10 gem! It looks and functions like a near-new unit. I also shipped this one to FL. It's my Mom's poolside favorite thanks to it's relatively light weight and nice sound. It may have been the deal of the year for me.:
One of my favorite snags from 2013 was this Pioneer CK-3. It was another local pick-up. The price was right. Like all Pioneer 3-pieces, the foam surrounds were toast, so I addressed that immediatley. Other than that, it was well cared for and clean as can be for a 29 year old unit. The guy I got it from thold me it was his Dad's box and he was hesitant to let it go. I assured him it was going to a loving home. I sent him the pics after a re-foam and service, and he seemed really happy that I breathed new life into something that he treasured. I've stayed in touch with him (sort of).
BTW, the CK-3 sounds Awesome and I would reccomend picking one up if the price is right.:
Here's one I picked up on my way home from grocery shopping. The Lasonic i931X. It's cool looking and very clean, minus the missing battery cover and remote. Alberto, I have not forgotten your dibs.:
This one was a "freebie." We all love "freebies". My boss found it in a shed on his property in NH. It was in pretty rough shape, but I decided to take it on as a challenge. I'm a sucker for a vertical CD player. It was filled with sawdust, dead carpenter ants, and pine needles. Even I was shocked at how nice it came out, and I've had some real doozies come across my kitchen counter. I didn't do a complete retoration on it because I kind of like it's battle scars. Functions like new and it lives on my desk at work.:
Here's my #1 favorite pick-up. The JVC RC-M70. Member styleking hooked me up with this one, and it needed some work. I really went to town on this one. I had wanted one for a while, just to see what all the hype was about. Now I know. After a complete resto (minus a re-spray, which I think I'll end up doing this coming Spring), Norm's LED kit, and a blu_fuz strap, it turned out to be a real crowd-pleaser. It's pretty much my "Go-To" box, thanks to it's size, weight, looks, sound...Yeah, it's got a lot going for it.
It was a real joint-effort with several members (whether they know it or not), and that's one thing that makes this site freakin' awesome!:
Here's one I didn't even want. A JVC PC-25. It's a lightweight Singapore unit with fake tweeters, questionable sound - It doesn't even have an FM stereo indicator (though, there is a delete behind the tuner scale). It was missing the handle, had a chunk missing from the top, and looked like it had been to Hell and back. I got it from one of our crew leaders at work. Again, I decided to take it on as a challenge to hone my skills. I added a line-in just to make it more functional. I tried giving it back to the guy when I was done, but he told me to keep it. It's a good reminder of what can be done to keep these old radios alive and kickin'.:
Finally, the Sanyo M-7024A. This one has a special place in my heart because of the memories attached to it. I know it's not a heavy hitter or anything, but I love it. It took me quite a while to find just the right one in just the right condition, and the wait was worth it. Now that it's finished, you'd be hard-pressed to tell it's from 1988. The condition is incredible, especially considering it's a small, low-end unit. I'm sure most of these were used and abused to the breaking point. I know I certainly didn't take very good care of mine when I was a kid.:
If you read through the entire post, I commend you. It's been another fun year, thanks entirely to Boomboxery. You guys are the best!
Here's to another year of collecting the blasters that pi$$ off the neighbors and make us smile.
Considering my tight budget, I think I did A.O.K. I picked up two that were on my short list and added a few that were unexpected. 2013 was a very busy year for me, outside of the boombox world, so I'm pretty happy with my modest haul.
I'm in FL, so I couldn't do a group shot, but I keep pretty good records. Therefore, I'm digging into the archives. Many (or most) will be re-runs.
I'll start with the Panasonic RX-DT630. It's kind of an odd model, as far as the platinum RX-DT series are concerned. I picked it up locally for a song and dance and sent it to my Mom's house in FL. It's in pretty good shape and the bass (like all the Platinum DT's) is kick a$$.:
My next pick-up was part of a local package deal - The Panasonic RX-DT707. I know many members aren't impressed with it's looks, but they probably haven't heard one in person. I wasn't crazy about the style, but the price was too good to pass up. My intention was to flip it, but after hearing it, there was no question it was being integrated into the collection.:
As part of the package deal on the 707, I ended up with a Panasonic RX-DT600. It's the entry level Platinum DT unit. The story I got was that it spent around 10 years in a commercial kitchen. I was thinking it may end up a parts unit, but I decided to go through it anyway. After hours of cleaning and a basic service, it turned out to be a $10 gem! It looks and functions like a near-new unit. I also shipped this one to FL. It's my Mom's poolside favorite thanks to it's relatively light weight and nice sound. It may have been the deal of the year for me.:
One of my favorite snags from 2013 was this Pioneer CK-3. It was another local pick-up. The price was right. Like all Pioneer 3-pieces, the foam surrounds were toast, so I addressed that immediatley. Other than that, it was well cared for and clean as can be for a 29 year old unit. The guy I got it from thold me it was his Dad's box and he was hesitant to let it go. I assured him it was going to a loving home. I sent him the pics after a re-foam and service, and he seemed really happy that I breathed new life into something that he treasured. I've stayed in touch with him (sort of).
BTW, the CK-3 sounds Awesome and I would reccomend picking one up if the price is right.:
Here's one I picked up on my way home from grocery shopping. The Lasonic i931X. It's cool looking and very clean, minus the missing battery cover and remote. Alberto, I have not forgotten your dibs.:
This one was a "freebie." We all love "freebies". My boss found it in a shed on his property in NH. It was in pretty rough shape, but I decided to take it on as a challenge. I'm a sucker for a vertical CD player. It was filled with sawdust, dead carpenter ants, and pine needles. Even I was shocked at how nice it came out, and I've had some real doozies come across my kitchen counter. I didn't do a complete retoration on it because I kind of like it's battle scars. Functions like new and it lives on my desk at work.:
Here's my #1 favorite pick-up. The JVC RC-M70. Member styleking hooked me up with this one, and it needed some work. I really went to town on this one. I had wanted one for a while, just to see what all the hype was about. Now I know. After a complete resto (minus a re-spray, which I think I'll end up doing this coming Spring), Norm's LED kit, and a blu_fuz strap, it turned out to be a real crowd-pleaser. It's pretty much my "Go-To" box, thanks to it's size, weight, looks, sound...Yeah, it's got a lot going for it.
It was a real joint-effort with several members (whether they know it or not), and that's one thing that makes this site freakin' awesome!:
Here's one I didn't even want. A JVC PC-25. It's a lightweight Singapore unit with fake tweeters, questionable sound - It doesn't even have an FM stereo indicator (though, there is a delete behind the tuner scale). It was missing the handle, had a chunk missing from the top, and looked like it had been to Hell and back. I got it from one of our crew leaders at work. Again, I decided to take it on as a challenge to hone my skills. I added a line-in just to make it more functional. I tried giving it back to the guy when I was done, but he told me to keep it. It's a good reminder of what can be done to keep these old radios alive and kickin'.:
Finally, the Sanyo M-7024A. This one has a special place in my heart because of the memories attached to it. I know it's not a heavy hitter or anything, but I love it. It took me quite a while to find just the right one in just the right condition, and the wait was worth it. Now that it's finished, you'd be hard-pressed to tell it's from 1988. The condition is incredible, especially considering it's a small, low-end unit. I'm sure most of these were used and abused to the breaking point. I know I certainly didn't take very good care of mine when I was a kid.:
If you read through the entire post, I commend you. It's been another fun year, thanks entirely to Boomboxery. You guys are the best!
Here's to another year of collecting the blasters that pi$$ off the neighbors and make us smile.
I find that MK6 for half an hour usually does.
