A friend found this Franklin Ace 1200 for free on FB. Will likely end up in my collection eventually. For now I'm cleaning it up and checking it out then returning for him to enjoy. The previous owner said there's a fault in the power supply that causes breaker to trip if powered on :oops:
@LaPorta thx! Neighbor who collects antiques loaned items to the production company before. They asked if he knew anyone with a working computer from the early 90s. He just laughed and you can guess the rest ;)
Great thanks @ilitch64 I'm not sure when I will get around to diving into restoring it, but for now the reel to reel is taking center stage in my basement redecorating endeavors. Ikea rocks! Next I need an 8 Track!
And @CC_333 You are welcome anytime you find yourself in my neck of the...
@CC_333 thanks for all your kind words and good advice! I'm so psyched for this Craigslist gem, compliments the rest of my growing vintage audio gear so well.
Above picture is after a basic exterior cleaning. The main unit powers on, amp does not. Motor spins forward and reverse, capstan...
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