Goodman's Boomboxes Collection

[masterblaster]

Hi Goodman, I see you also have a lot of different marks in boomboxes! Can you help me with something? I have here a SANYO 9818-2K with I think US plug.
I'm afraid this radio will only work on 110V? When I change the plug for Euro plug, I also should change the voltage inside the radio? On the outside I see no changable switch, it might be inside? I know Europea radio's often have these options to change voltage, but I'm not sure about this one? (I might have to open this radio?)

I'm sorry it is the Sanyo M 9819-2K

 

[goodman]

My collection is small, but I'm happy that all the boomboxes work well.

 

[goodman]

This summer I was visiting my uncle.
He kept all sorts of things in his garage and I helped him clean up.
There I found an old car radio and a pair of wooden speakers from some system.
The car radio works well, the speakers also have good sound, although they have remarks on the appearance.
I also found a power supply unit 14 volts, 2 amps.
After a few hours of work, we made this custom boombox:
auto reverse cassette, fm radio, 3.5 mm aux input, 2x 15 watts, 20 cm speakers.
The boombox works very well and is suitable for sounding a backyard, garage or workshop.
This is not in my collection, but I decided to show it to you:

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[goodman]

When I presented my Sharp in 2017, I only posted pictures: Sharp GF 777 Z
Today I will present you a short video - demo of radio, tape, line in.
For the first time you will see little upgrade -
I have added LED level meter and LED lighting on the radio scale and VU meter
These features can be switched ON/OFF independently:

 

[deech]

Adding leds on at the SHARP GF-777 i guess is not an easy task. Looks nice.

 

[Brutus442]

I'm generally not a fan of some boombox mods but this is very nice. Subtle and retains the 80's vibe to the box

 

[AE_Stereo]

Good job.

 

[goodman]

Adding leds on at the SHARP GF-777 i guess is not an easy task. Looks nice.

It was a very complex job that I completed a few years ago, and I'm not sure I'm keeping photos of the process.

I'm generally not a fan of some boombox mods but this is very nice.

Thanks for the positive comment.
I thought for a long time before I made this modification.
I am very pleased with the end result.
When the lights are off, you can't see any difference from the original look of the Sharp.
I made smaller labels at the bottom of the grills, that don't hide the speakers:

LED OFF:

Sharp GF777 - 11 by ivosn

LED ON:

Sharp GF777 - 12 by ivosn
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[AE_Stereo]

Real genius idea to have the smaller labels. Looks far better than with the original full size labels, blocking the speakers.

 

[goodman]

This is picture of my boomboxes:


Boombox Collection by ivosn

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[goodman]

Let refresh this topic - some new members maybe not seen my collection.

 

[goodman]

There is no update, but let refresh this topic - some new members maybe not seen my collection.

 

[goodman]

This summer I managed to add a variety of things to my collection.
Now I will show you some of them.

Boombox Panasonic RX-FM25L

radio: FM, MW, LW, SW

cassette: full auto-stop
Deck for recording and playback

LED indicator for FM stereo
volume and tone control
2-way, 4-speakers system
Aux input
Headphones output

power source:
6 batteries DC 9 V, Input AC 220V

The boombox was dirty and needed cleaning and restoration.
I completely disassembled it and washed the case.
I did a full cleaning on all boards and elements.
I replaced the cassette mechanism with a new one.
I added an aux input 3.5 mm to connect some music players.
I decide to insert LED into cassette door, and blue LED strip into speakers.
Here is some pictures:



Panasonic RX-FM25L - 01 by ivosn


Panasonic RX-FM25L - 02 by ivosn


Panasonic RX-FM25L - 03 by ivosn


Panasonic RX-FM25L - 04 by ivosn


Panasonic RX-FM25L - 05 by ivosn

This Panasonic also needed an extra shelf, which I made for it:


Panasonic RX-FM25L - 06 by ivosn

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[thatchh]

This is the last update in my collection from this year.
I restored this boombox and add mp3 module for more new features:

https://boomboxery.com/forum/index.php/topic/28879-sanyo-c30-restoration-modification/

Sanyo C30 Boombox (Digital Edition)

radio: FM, SW, MW, LW

cassette: full auto-stop
Deck for recording and playback
Tape select, Dolby B noise reduction
Built-in counter (3 digit mechanical)

LED-Audio level indicator
volume control, 5 band equalizer
2-way, 4-speakers system
Aux-input and monitor output
Headphones output
Detachable speakers
Power source: 8 batteries, Input AC 220V

MP3 Module:
FM Stereo radio, Aux input, Remote control
USB / SD card MP3, WMA, WAVE music format
Bluetooth connection with smartphone or android device


Sanyo C30 - 21 by ivosn


Sanyo C30 - 22 by ivosn


Sanyo C30 - 23 by ivosn


Sanyo C30 - 19 by ivosn


Sanyo C30 - 20 by ivosn


Here is a short demo video with cassette, radio and mp3 module playback:

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Hello Goodman, I notice that you have what looks like a euro version of the C30. The frequency bands and AC voltage are different from the US version that I have. I notice in the picture that you have a US version of the service manual. Can you tell me where to find one of those? I have been able to download a UK/Europe version of the manual, but would like to have the US version. Any chance you have scanned it and have a pdf file of it? I need to do some troubleshooting that is probably output amp (would probably be the same) but might need to see the US version of the tuner and power supply. I like your mods. I added a 12V DC power receptacle to mine years ago so I could power it in a car or boat.
Thanks, Thatchh
Seattle, WA USA

 

[goodman]

Hello.
I bought the USA service manual from eBay 4-5 years ago, but I haven't scanned it because I don't have a scanner or printer.
For such services I use a copy center, and I pay for each A4 sheet.
These days I will look for it and can only scan a few pages. When I'm done I'll post them here on the forum.
On EBAY for sale only the main module for $14 and you can buy it for donor and spare parts: SANYO C30
I wish you all the best.

 

[samovar]

In a world of Sanyos (how not to love them? ) a cozy mini Panasonic is a touch of class. With your new entries and the signature mod, your collection is getting more and more original and unique.

 

[Northerner]

Never thought to put LEDs in a smaller box. I like it

 

[goodman]

samovar, Northerner, thank you for your comments.
This Panasonic was very nice upgrade project, and I like final result.

 

[goodman]

This is a new addition to my collection:

Boombox Sony CFS 210S

radio: FM, MW, SW1/2

cassette: full auto-stop
Deck for recording and playback

line input:
For connect portable mp3 player (added feature)

LED indicator for operate
volume and tone control
2-way, 2-speakers system
Headphones output

power source:
AC Input 220V
DC 6 batteries 9 V
DC Input 9 V for connect to car battery (added feature)

The boombox was dirty and needed cleaning and restoration.
I completely disassembled it and washed the case.
I did a full cleaning on all boards and elements and replaced belts.
I added 2 new features:
line input: for connect portable mp3 player
DC Input 9 V: for connect to car battery
Here is pictures:


Sony CFS 210S - 1 by ivosn


Sony CFS 210S - 2 by ivosn


Sony CFS 210S - 3 by ivosn


Sony CFS 210S - 4 by ivosn


Sony CFS 210S - 5 by ivosn


Sony CFS 210S - 6 by ivosn

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[goodman]

This is a new addition to my collection in fully working condition.

Boombox Philips AZ1027

radio: FM, MW

cassette: full auto-stop, deck for recording and playback

cd player: playback audio cd's

line input: for connect portable mp3 player

headphones output

power source:
AC - 220V
DC - 9V (6 batteries)


Philips AZ1027 - 01 by ivosn


Philips AZ1027 - 02 by ivosn

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