Ayre DX-7 CD / DVD - Need laser head replaced - anyone know who I can pay to help me?


I have a very nice Ayre DX-7 transport that needs the laser pick up replaced. I need the part, I am told it’s an older Pioneer laser head. I need help finding the part and someone that can help me do work. Can anyone help or recommend someone? Thanks 
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Great, always good to get back those that helped, even if bad news.

Cheers George
Should I call Ayre to confirm or if you think this is it I will buy it. Such a good idea to replace the whole thing. I’m psyched!
No, pop the top on it and have a look to see if it’s the same.
If your not sure take pic of it and post it here using Image Hosting https://imgbb.com/

If it is the same, even if you have VERY BASIC mechanical/electrical ability, just do it yourself, it’s easy.
Just don’t have a gorilla fist when doing up the screws again remember it’s just plastic.
Do not buy just the laser, far harder to fit.

Cheers George


fsmithjack OP


Much easier to replace the whole transport/laser than just the laser.
4 screws, a push on power plug and push on ribbon connector.
I’m fairly sure it uses the old DSL-710A laser/mech complete, which are cheap to buy new still under $100, take the top off yours and see if it’s like this
https://ibb.co/hDCkRw9
If you can use a screwdriver your almost there, should take 30-45mins, maybe 1hr if your slow.

Cheers George