Is the music muted at 0:41? From the Walkman? UPDATE - UA-cam have told me they have fixed and will be fully sorted within 48 hours.... Kinda annoying this happened to be on a video about AUDIO but hey-ho.... enjoy! (I hope!)
To wash off paint especially silver like in your walkman I do not recommend to use abrasives, but instead alkali may be useful. Greetings from Russia & best wishes!
0:40 : trying to listen by putting the speaker in my ear 0:45 : turn all up the volume 0:52 : (Eliot screaming in my ear "as well ...") OMG! You almost leave me deaf
Take it from this old man: No you don't. I grew up on them. Discman allows you to skip to songs, with a walkman, you need to forward actual long tape. It takes a bit. Only fun thing is that it picks up where you left it.
You might not be the most knowledgeable or have the best technique yet but I appreciate your willingness to dive and and do what you can anyway to show others they can do all the same. Not to mention there's just something oddly comfy about your videos. Love this channel, keep up the awesome work!
I love your hobby, job or whatever you do! I mean, what you do is beautiful, when you discover the hidden spaces of these pieces that impacted the joys of so many people in the 80s and 90s. I myself gladly keep a copy of these, my mother gave it to me in my adolescence and with this material, I will be able to do the maintenance it requires to keep it active. It seems to me a beautiful piece, with sophisticated lines, reliable and unique. Thank you for this space, for all that dedication
Great video! If you can't find a suitable replacement mic, you may be able to solder a resistor in series with the microphone to adjust it's amplitude! 👍🏻
Tempo bom que não volta mais!!!!!!! Colocava esses aparelhos na cintura, montava na bike, era só alegria!!!!!! Por que muitas coisas boas são desprezadas???????!!!!!!!!!
12:58 quick tip, if you want to sample the colour you wish to use without the hassle of getting mistakes and redo your paints, use those big disposable clear/white spoons, to sample your paints. Just spray on to those spoons then compare them. Without potentially damaging your workpiece.
Just some advice. I restore old amplifiers. I like to only paint the sides that don't have screen printing. You can tape off the whole side with printing. Then paint all the other areas. If the paint matches it will be very good and you will preserve the printing. Also put a coat of polyurethane over the top. Be sure to use the finish that matches matte or semi gloss or gloss.
Yay! Another retro futures Walkman vid! Love it. Have you considered doing a later Walkman like a direct drive model? Love my DD and the sound is the crispiest that’s I have ever experienced from a cassette.
Pretty cool seeing how complex these things are and it really shows how we have advanced from there. Personally I'm more of an iPod junkie (currently daily driving a 5th gen classic, thanks DankPods for brainwashing me and restoring my love for iPods again), but everything has its place and I wouldn't mind having one of these around.
Love the walkman content Eliot! If you ever wish to dive into some digital audiophile stuff, Sony's modern NW, ZX, and WM walkman series are great players!
I told you on the Walkman group to stencil it or laser etch what you painted Anyway looks good and i like that you changed the old tape with new kapton tape
Can you please confirm this for me: Didn't you do a review/repair video on a "JIL Walky Music" TPS-L2 knockoff player? I just had found one at a thrift store and I was pretty sure you did review it
I have an original Sony Walkman TPS-L2 in Sony Original plastic case that I bought in Japan in 1979/80. I peeked inside and found belt broken. The drive motor has a blackish discharge. To difficult for me to fix. Would this be worth anything in 2022 ?
@@NameName-dx8lb Thanks for your advice. Today I easily picked up the Sony repair manual. My s/nr is 60667 but the manual covers 6 digit s/nrs 1xxxxx and 2xxxxx. For the basic motor drive circuitry motor testing I guess that repair manual will suffice. And, your video gives me confidence ! Barry
You have to get that rust off of that guide pin looking thing where the tape goes around the rubber roller. I saw one that was rusty. That rust is just going to cut into your tape.
Hi. I changed all rubbers in it including the tyres, there was a noise, a low pitch noise but then it cut power. Now no lights no nothing. What could possibly went wrong you think? Thanks in advance
Hi, Do you know the range of impendance of the Earphones for TPS-L 2? Because I bought one without the original earphone, which impedance do you recommend?, I saw the old big ones around 8ohm, but know I´m using the Ipods ones which are around 32ohm. I would like to buy a vintage earphone, do you have any recommendation? Greetings from Buenos Aires, Daniel
I'm sure that in 1980 they didn't know what 1.2V NiMH cells were. Just wondering if it would have better speed & sound if you used standard Alkaline 1.5V cells?
hey man awesome vid what ever happened to that fake walkman you had also I've been subbed since 1000 subscribers or something and I just wanna say you're doing great still
Nice watchable show, jealous that particular model is well above my budget. Where did you purchase that orange/brown tape for securing the wires, I also want to stock up on that :)
Hey! I have a question, I'm repairing myself some things and wanted to ask. How are you taking so many care of everything? Like the Screws and the safety to put everything back in his real state? How..?
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Much respect to Sony cramming all that inside a tiny device. I never had any idea how complex a Walkman was inside
Is the music muted at 0:41? From the Walkman?
UPDATE - UA-cam have told me they have fixed and will be fully sorted within 48 hours.... Kinda annoying this happened to be on a video about AUDIO but hey-ho.... enjoy! (I hope!)
Can hear both just fine. People need to turn their volume up.
@@LWBII00 I hope everyone can hear it!
@@TheRetroFuture Yep, I can hear both without issue.
I could hear the clash just fine. Made me want to go put on the album as a matter of fact! ;)
Isn't it funny that you were complaining about how muted the walkman is, and when you go to demonstrate it, NO SOUND.
To wash off paint especially silver like in your walkman I do not recommend to use abrasives, but instead alkali may be useful. Greetings from Russia & best wishes!
Thanks!
@@xsxfcfxsx2928 There must be some forums about repairs. I recommend to u to go there, it may help u quicker
@@xsxfcfxsx2928 His email is probably for business, not for questions you can find on forums.
0:40 : trying to listen by putting the speaker in my ear
0:45 : turn all up the volume
0:52 : (Eliot screaming in my ear "as well ...") OMG! You almost leave me deaf
Don't care how old this comment is but what? Where did he scream or yell anywhere in this video?
@@gamingwithkev8208 just follow the steps, 0:40 Put your phone speaker in your ear, 0:45 turn all up the volume and then just wait
I almost thought the Walkman was really cool. It's affordable (depending on the model), it can play your tapes on the go... I wish I had this.
They are awesome!
@@WiiUniverse Cool, i’ll look them up and see if it fits my interest.
Take it from this old man: No you don't. I grew up on them.
Discman allows you to skip to songs, with a walkman, you need to forward actual long tape. It takes a bit.
Only fun thing is that it picks up where you left it.
@@weeraanmelden I’ve heard of the Sony discman. If i can convert my cassettes into disc, you've got my interest.
It actually seems more efficient than switching between two apps on your phone. You could listen to music while using your phone for something else.
I saw the image and thought; “weird, Techmoan doesn’t usually drop videos today”! 😂
Jajajajajaj The same thing happened to me but with other youtubers
@@brunomoyano8727 *hahahah
@@aki4748 no no i use the j because i live in argentina and we use the j
@@brunomoyano8727 they also use it in Spain! I can’t believe this guy hasn’t heard of other languages
@@LegendGamer-rf6nb lol you are from spain?
Super envious! It's a testament to good design continuity in that it's 40 years old and all you need to power it is 2 Double AA batteries.
Lovely, lovely job there... :-) These early Sony Walkmen are just works of art, and you restored that one brilliantly!
You might not be the most knowledgeable or have the best technique yet but I appreciate your willingness to dive and and do what you can anyway to show others they can do all the same. Not to mention there's just something oddly comfy about your videos. Love this channel, keep up the awesome work!
I love your hobby, job or whatever you do! I mean, what you do is beautiful, when you discover the hidden spaces of these pieces that impacted the joys of so many people in the 80s and 90s. I myself gladly keep a copy of these, my mother gave it to me in my adolescence and with this material, I will be able to do the maintenance it requires to keep it active. It seems to me a beautiful piece, with sophisticated lines, reliable and unique.
Thank you for this space, for all that dedication
Thanks! This helped me fix my TPS-L2 speed so that I can listen to it play all my favorite tunes again!
0:40 Take a listen: I'm hearing nothing 😂
What?
@@TheRetroFuture I can hear it. "Should stay or should I go?"
Same I had to connect my second headphone and then the audio for the songs came through very strange
Possibly a phasing issue
@@RWL2012 Phasing issue. The sound is "eliminating" itself
Great video! If you can't find a suitable replacement mic, you may be able to solder a resistor in series with the microphone to adjust it's amplitude! 👍🏻
Tempo bom que não volta mais!!!!!!!
Colocava esses aparelhos na cintura, montava na bike, era só alegria!!!!!!
Por que muitas coisas boas são desprezadas???????!!!!!!!!!
12:58 quick tip, if you want to sample the colour you wish to use without the hassle of getting mistakes and redo your paints,
use those big disposable clear/white spoons, to sample your paints.
Just spray on to those spoons then compare them. Without potentially damaging your workpiece.
Just some advice. I restore old amplifiers. I like to only paint the sides that don't have screen printing. You can tape off the whole side with printing. Then paint all the other areas. If the paint matches it will be very good and you will preserve the printing. Also put a coat of polyurethane over the top. Be sure to use the finish that matches matte or semi gloss or gloss.
Hey , great video dude, greetings from México !!
Thanks!
Your videos always inspire me to to pick up job lots of broken tech
Elliot do more Walkman repair/restoration video, I love your videos!
Im honestly really jealous. I couldnt even imagine owning one 💀
Loved my first Walkman shows how old I am...
😁👍
You did an awesome job. Huge thanks and greetings from Israel
You are very brave opening such complex unit, thanks for the great content Elliot :-)
I freaked out when I seen the value. Just picked one up at a garage sale for 5. Like all the tape players I find tho, they always have some issue
Nice walkman! Wish I could afford one like this.
Good job. The inside of of that with all the messy wires was unsatisfying. Great job overall
I swear this is ASMR for nerds.
Never have i been so offended by something that i completely agree with
D:
I have the first Sony sports Walkman and it works perfectly.
If i ever get a walkman and it has a problem imma send it in to this guy
Yay! Another retro futures Walkman vid! Love it. Have you considered doing a later Walkman like a direct drive model? Love my DD and the sound is the crispiest that’s I have ever experienced from a cassette.
It's great to see an English collecter on UA-cam. Have my like 👍
If I don't see you walking through town with this thing on your belt, I'll be disappointed XD
Pretty cool seeing how complex these things are and it really shows how we have advanced from there. Personally I'm more of an iPod junkie (currently daily driving a 5th gen classic, thanks DankPods for brainwashing me and restoring my love for iPods again), but everything has its place and I wouldn't mind having one of these around.
I want to get my 3rd gen clickwheel and my mini modded sometime!
Thank you for making beautiful videos
You found matching batteries! Look at you! 🤣
I'm officially in love with walkams
7:06 What spray did you use to clean the Walkman?
Mr sheen I think
"MOTIP Autolack Acryl" Model # 55217
Buen trabajo, quedo estupendo!! 🙌
You can help the wow and flutter by replacing the pinch rollers. They are crucial when it comes to that. According to strangers I found in the forums.
Damn i wish i had someone like you in my family ^^ great video by the way!
That USB C soldering iron is hella cool.
I’ll be quite happy if i got my self one of those and I’ve got plenty of tapes with my beautiful silly on them.
Hang on a minute.....this isn't Techmoan. Awesome video nevertheless.
I have a 20 years old Philips Walkman 🤟🏻
You should use alcohol to clean the head. Then set the head height using a service tape and a small screwdriver
this is my favorite walkman
great stuff. love this kind of thing
Please do more walkman content. They are so hot right now! lol. Love the hand held gaming also.
This is awesome!! This is what I saw you listening to during your roller skating “victory lap” the other day eh? ;)
Yup!
another bang up, excellent job!!! I love your videos elliot theyre super interesting and I always learn something! keep it up bro!
You have the 2d and 3d Walkman’s but anything about the last TPS-L2 Walkman made?
Love the walkman content Eliot! If you ever wish to dive into some digital audiophile stuff, Sony's modern NW, ZX, and WM walkman series are great players!
Asmr is for kids, this content is for real men!! Keep the good work up, Elliot!!
Youre gay
Awesome👍nice job🛠 very♡nostalgic
Made in Japan! Good quality there.
I told you on the Walkman group to stencil it or laser etch what you painted
Anyway looks good and i like that you changed the old tape with new kapton tape
The clash? My dad would be proud
I always enjoy watching your videos! :) keep it up!
Can you please confirm this for me: Didn't you do a review/repair video on a "JIL Walky Music" TPS-L2 knockoff player? I just had found one at a thrift store and I was pretty sure you did review it
Super cool man, keep up the great videos
Nice. Great job.
👍👍
I love the intro to your videos
I’m also trying to fix a Radio that was ran over by a car
Ohh that new intro is nifty.
Great job Elliot! 👍
Almost always early, because of the notifications
Gabriel Perez thank you!
Hope u could do more about these beautiful machines.
I got a tape player as well but i think i broke something when i put a tape-cleaner in it... :(
just curious, where you were able to find and snag a belt drive for an old walkman?
thật tuyệt khi được sở hữu những sản phẩm/ tác phẩm như này
I have an original Sony Walkman TPS-L2 in Sony Original plastic case that I bought in Japan in 1979/80. I peeked inside and found belt broken. The drive motor has a blackish discharge. To difficult for me to fix. Would this be worth anything in 2022 ?
If it can't be repaired, it would still be worth a lit because the parts can still be used. And parts are rare
@@NameName-dx8lb Thanks for that. Would you want to buy it perhaps?
@@barrygreen9918 to be honest i really don't have a use for it, therefor i wont buy it.
But still, i wish you the best of luck selling it.
@@NameName-dx8lb Thanks for your advice. Today I easily picked up the Sony repair manual. My s/nr is 60667 but the manual covers 6 digit s/nrs 1xxxxx and 2xxxxx. For the basic motor drive circuitry motor testing I guess that repair manual will suffice. And, your video gives me confidence ! Barry
@@barrygreen9918 hey Barry, just so you know, this isn't my video.
Thank you Kanye very cool
Cool work!!!
Luv this magical device
Great work!!🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
BEAUTIFUL VIDEO! 😻😻💕
Jeez I remember when my dad had one of these.
You have to get that rust off of that guide pin looking thing where the tape goes around the rubber roller. I saw one that was rusty. That rust is just going to cut into your tape.
Hi Elliot, what did/do you study?
You did not restore actually just did regular maintenance.. What's up with the tape head? Did you restore it?
you probably wont see this but im just curious what tape do you use at 5:18?
Kapton tape. Sorry for being 2 years late.
Looks amazing, man!
Where do you buy your Walkmans? And how do you get them so CHEAP?
Very good video
Hi. I changed all rubbers in it including the tyres, there was a noise, a low pitch noise but then it cut power. Now no lights no nothing. What could possibly went wrong you think? Thanks in advance
Why not get some decal paper to reproduce the markings on the face. Then clear coat the silver piece to protect your work
ok see, clear coating is for cars, this is a walkman, it would probably rub off from being in a pocket or something like that since its made for cars
Hello great video but if power goes on but wheel lecture don’t turn that’s needs belt replacement that’s right? Thanks you for
amazing work!
Hi,
Do you know the range of impendance of the Earphones for TPS-L 2?
Because I bought one without the original earphone, which impedance do you recommend?, I saw the old big ones around 8ohm, but know I´m using the Ipods ones which are around 32ohm.
I would like to buy a vintage earphone, do you have any recommendation?
Greetings from Buenos Aires,
Daniel
Congrats!
What was the tape you used on the wires, and what were the chemicals used for cleaning?
look into molotow paints , they are super high quality and cheap and pre primed
i wish you replaced and optimized the lengths for all the runs of wire
I'm sure that in 1980 they didn't know what 1.2V NiMH cells were. Just wondering if it would have better speed & sound if you used standard Alkaline 1.5V cells?
Nice job, by the way.
hey man awesome vid what ever happened to that fake walkman you had also I've been subbed since 1000 subscribers or something and I just wanna say you're doing great still
hey, I was just wondering where you got the white-end tweezer? I think I heard you said it was a ceramic end from the previous videos
Nice vid. Thanks!
Nice watchable show, jealous that particular model is well above my budget. Where did you purchase that orange/brown tape for securing the wires, I also want to stock up on that :)
Tatabusa Hub It’s Kapton tape. You can get it on Amazon, eBay, or any computer store.
6:06
Him: I cleaned the Walkman a bit off camera
Then proceeds to show the video of him cleaning it “off camera”
Where can I get those replacement bands? I’m worried I’ll buy some that are bad quality. Great video btw.
Hey! I have a question, I'm repairing myself some things and wanted to ask. How are you taking so many care of everything? Like the Screws and the safety to put everything back in his real state? How..?
It good to have a container with little boxes for different screws. Also taking photos before taking apart helps too.
You can get a whiteboard sorting pad where you can label the screws and take a lot of photos