SONY SCD-1 CD/SACD Player

Sounds like a sled drive motor problem. I have an SCD-1 and had a similar problem and fixed it myself. You need to pick a repair shop who is familiar with this problem and knows how to fix it.

Chuck

Once I fixed the sled drive issue (easy fix) I have had no other problems with my scd-1. However, I would be concerned about buying one because of the age and the availability of parts.

Chuck

I guess easy is realative but if I can do it I feel it can't be to difficult. You really should have a copy of the service manual first of all so you know what you are getting into.

- You have to remove the transport and remove the slde drive assembly from the transport.

- Use deoxit on the sled drive motor and run the motor in forward and reverse using a nine volt battery.

- While I was in mine I lubed the sled drive and regreasesd the spindle motor.

The above may sound intimadating but it really isn't as long as you keep your head about you and take it slow and methodical.

If you e-mail me I can send you the service manual e-copy if you like.

Hope this helps.

Chuck

Alex

That is the problem last I checked when my unit was acting up (about 5years ago) the motor assembly was no longer available nor was it being manufactured. So you are basically SOL if you needed one. Fortunately I was able to fix mine.

Bill Thalmann of music technology is a good source to help fix your Sony SCD-1 if you don't feel comfortable going into the unit yourself. Here is the link http://www.musictechnology.com/

Chuck