Revox A77 mk2


Have a problem with noisy capstan bearing in a Revox A77.  Any suggestions?

Thanks

cwz 

cwz

Showing 2 responses by atmasphere

This for sintered bearing, assume the ball bearing uses same, although states, "All bearings lubricated for life and normally require no service."

That's true unless the machine sits for 20-30 years unused.

@cwz have you tried rebuilding them? I've had a number of Ampex, Revox, Magnacord and other machines with noisy bearings but I've never had to replace one of them; I simply made sure they were properly lubricated.