I am sincerely sorry for not getting back to this thread and thanking you all for your very helpful responses. I am going to investigate cleaning and lubricating the motor as a possibility. I have already had the laser assembly replaced. After attending T.H.E. at Long Beach last month I am feeling a renewed desire and respect for good vintage equipment, as well as vintage audiophiles! If anyone has any additional info on a new or replacement motor, please let me know. Thanks again!
Need spindle motor replacement for Sony SCD 777ES.
I’ve tried every source I know of to find a replacement for the the spindle motor in my SCD 777ES. Just had a Sony certified master tech test the unit, and he concurs with the diagnosis. I am the original owner, and although it’s been replaced by a newer digital source (a 5400 player), I would dearly love to get this old gem working again. Help me Obiwan discussion watchers; you are my only hope.