Does anyone repair....
My significant other has a vintage Fisher 4404 Custom Electra IV (Model E44) that we loved to listen to old vinyl on. Classic sound through those original speakers, etc.
Anyway, it has reached the point where the hiss and buzz is way louder than the music. I suspect it needs some new tubes and/or other electronic repairs. I live in New Orleans. The closest (and truthfully only) place I found that might fix it is in another state aver 600 mi away. Shipping would seem to me to be expensive (that I am not worried about) but I fear for the ability to ship without damaging the console. Is there any suggestions or anyone closer to me who might be able to repair this?
Thanks for any help
owners manual, free (click down arrow top right to download to your computer) http://www.fisherconsoles.com/owners%20manuals/custom%20electra%20iv%20e44%20om.pdf service manual, free http://www.fisherconsoles.com/service%20manuals/Fisher%20custom%20electra%20iv%20e44%20sm.pdf service manual also at hifiengine (open free account) https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/fisher/e-44.shtml these discussions popped up
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Hi @dseltz Good question, because I can imagine you would like to preserve and enjoy this Fisher audio piece. About the buzz, this is completely normal for equipment this age. There's a lot of old type capacitors (like 'tar' based) that simply have lost their normal performance. The good news is that replacing them will normally solve your buzz issue. And sometimes, replacing the tubes is not necessary. Concerning a local party that could help you, I have no suggestions as I am located in the Netherlands. But maybe a suggestion to try it a different way. |
Had a buzz for years, now it is much louder. Although I can wire a house from the weatherhead to the outlets, I am at a loss for electronics. So many great ideas and the more than generous offers. Pulling out the equipment is a good idea and I will start there. Ahh, the Netherlands. You do so many things right!!!! |
