#601

I would not be surprised that this is a repeated earlier in this thread , but here’s a video tutorial on how to make your own cv tape player:

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#602

Recommendations for a good stereo cassette or micro-cassette recorder that is relatively small and cheap?
I’ve had a Marantz CP-430 for a few years and they seem to have gone up in price so much (I noticed scrolling up this thread that it’s because of Hainbach) - so I don’t really want to hack it, it’s in perfect condition and I could sell it for a pretty penny.

I want to do some pretty dramatic speed mods, but it needs to have a stereo record input for recording, and be nice and small for my tiny studio.
I’m considering a Tascam Porta 02 if I can find one for relatively cheap, they seem sell for only around $150-200aud on a good day but am open to any suggestions

#603

Hi all,
Does anybody know if the Marantz PMD430 can use the same power supply as the CP430?

I got my PMD coming from the USA to Italy in the next couple of weeks, and I found an European dealer that still sells Marantz accessories for these units.

As far as I can tell the PMD430 should be exactly the same as CP430 except for the different name.
I believe the RB430 battery will work with both unit.
I’m not completely sure about the power supply though.

Thanks for your help!

EDIT:
Yes it works fine!

#604

I would think it’s a safe bet. I believe the PMD/CP-430 requires 4.5 VDC, so as long as your PSU provides that, you’re good. Ask for the specifications of the CP power supply before buying.

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#605

Here’s a copy of the manual in English:
https://www.steampoweredradio.com/pdf/marantz/manuals/Marantz%20PMD420%20and%20PMD430%20Stereo%20Cassette%20Recorder%20Owners%20Manual.pdf
4.5 vdc center negative
I don’t see a spec for mA but my PMD221 needs at least 700mA.

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#606

let me add pics of the same mod done on my PMD222!

PMD222 pitch mod 1
PMD222 pitch mod 13024×4032 2.06 MB

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#607

PMD222 Pitch mod2
PMD222 Pitch mod23024×4032 1.46 MB

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#608

from Lomond Ziggy Campbell

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#609

That is incredible.

Haven’t seen this guy’s work before, subscribed.

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#610

Wow, that’s fantastic - thanks for sharing. Have been thinking about making some fun tape transport stuff but this is at another level.

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#611

You can repair your player? I have the same problem, but when i opened i see 3 wire not soldered, can i have a pic of your Tcm-5 Circuit board?

#612

Hi all,

I recently purchased a Marantz PMD-430 from eBay.

The seller claimed that it was serviced by Superscope the month before, and sent me a pdf of the receipt of the work.
I can’t be completely sure if true, simply because I don’t know where I can find the serial number on the unit itself.

By the way the recorder arrived here:

Line out works ok for playing tapes,
But as I tried to record something onto a new cassette all I could hear was a loud (ground type?) noise completely covering the recording,
Something similar to touching a cable’s plug with nothing attached.
I can also sort of modulate the noise by touching the strap hooks like it was a circuit bending noise box!

Microphone input works ok, no noise here when monitoring neither after recording,
But if I switch on the DBX the R meter stop moving until I switch it off.
Audio was playing on both channel when monitoring and after recording though,
I’m confused…

I didn’t try DBX when using line input because I stopped test the recorder almost immediately,
as I was really deluded and upset by the faults of this “serviced” Marantz.

The unit it’s been used with brand new batteries since I don’t have a proper power adapter.

Package was perfect so no evident damage during shipping occurred.

I started a controversy and after a couple of days I received a “courtesy refund” from eBay of the total price I paid, so no tragedy for me and for the seller too.

Unfortunately I’m here with a broken unit and I don’t know what to do,
Any suggestions?

Thanks’

#613

I have a PMD-430 that needs some work done on it too although mine sounds to have less issues than yours - It doesn’t work when powered with an adapter but does work on batteries.

There’s probably places you / we could ask to get info on potentially servicing them ourselves, otherwise I guess it’s a case of getting it serviced somewhere but I get the feeling that would be pretty pricey.

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#614

Just since you didn’t specifically mention it—did you switch the input from “mic” to “line”? I have the 221 so it’s a bit different, but I’ve definitely confused myself a couple times forgetting to switch the input. Don’t have a DBX on mine so not sure how that’s supposed to work I’m afraid.

EDIT: oh it looks like the 430 doesn’t have a switch? from the picture I could find of it… that’s very odd. https://www.fullcompass.com/common/files/2039-PMDRecordersDataSheet.pdf and this data sheet says it only has 1/4" input? EDIT AGAIN: oh only 1/4" mic inputs so they’re not counting line inputs, but does that mean line inputs are only meant to be monitored not recorded to tape? Sorry thought I could help but you prolly need a PMD 430 owner >_<

#615

Hi,
Thanks for your help but no, the PMD-430 has 2 different kinds of stereo inputs:
1 stereo rca line input and 1 stereo mic jack inputs.
Mic input works ok, but line inputs not.

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#616

Well this may not help you diagnose it, but if you can find the problem this might help:

Marantz-PMD-430-Service-Manual.pdf (6.2 MB)

Marantz CP/PMD-430 Record issue - Tapeheads Tape, Audio and Music Forums this problem sounds somewhat similar to yours and someone suggested “Maybe clean the mechanical record/playback switch.” for whatever that’s worth… Not the most helpful thing, but all I could find lol.

Again, a PMD 430 owner will likely be more help to you, and I’m pretty sure there’s a few of them around here!

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#617

I have a PMD-221 that does this same thing, including the “touching the strap hooks” part. Weirdly, I was usually able to get the noise to go away by setting the deck vertically, but not super reliably. The deck is currently at a local shop getting a basic servicing; if it comes back without the issue I can let you know.

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#618

and

When you get the buzz is it only via the RCA line in?

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#619

Hi, yes.
There’s buzz only via RCA line in.

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#620

Do you get any audio at all or is it just buzz? Does the buzz go away if you unplug the RCA cables? If so, how about with just one RCA cable attached? Buzz on both L and R?

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