EDIT...GOT IT!!! RCA SHC-4 on CL...price too high?

MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 6:42 pm

What do you think?

http://denver.craigslist.org/clt/3017048513.html

13crhuber · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 7:16 pm

The people who are trying to sell it have been trying to for some time now. I would probably go for it because they sound really nice.

MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 7:25 pm

13crhuber wrote:

The people who are trying to sell it have been trying to for some time now.

How did you figure that out?

ggregg · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 7:47 pm

Sounds like it might be time to offer $75. It looks really nice. The changer should not be
that big of a deal. Probably a good cleaning and maybe idler assembly and cartridge.

Magic Brain · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 10:30 pm

I have a feeling this post is going to get moved to the Online Auctions and Sales Forum.

But my 2 cents: This is a great unit. I've owned four of this exact same model, 2 in blonde and two in mahogany. They sound great, with really great bass and excellent separation. The most I paid for any of them was $50. When serviced, I sold 2 of them that were in extremely good cosmetic condition for some serious profit. That being said, I think that if you really want it, it is worth whatever you are willing to pay for it, all the way up to the $125. Of course, I see no reason that you should not be able to get it for $75, and you have nothing to lose by trying.

You will find that if you get it, you are going to have to start searching for the matching stereo speaker unit SHS-4. But you can use another speaker in the meantime, or you can use the unit in mono as well. You'll also get some great experience recapping the amp...as I recall, it's something like 27 paper and electrolytic caps in all.

MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 10:35 pm

lol...I didn't know there was an online auction and sales forum! I just always hang around here! :shock:

BigBandsMan · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 10:42 pm

I understand; I mostly hang out on the Vintage Audio forum. There are forums here for everybody who gets into antique electronics, and everyone has at least one favorite forum. Take a look around and see what else we have to offer.

:wink:

Larry

bastardbus · **Posted:** May Thu 17, 2012 10:45 pm

That is a great unit...same as a SHC-2,3,and 6 but just with a different cabinet. Price ain't terrible if it is right at your door step. As MB mentioned $50-$75 sounds like a good deal but again if it is close and the seller stubborn it might be worth it anyhow...bet he wants $100.

The thing is you might find another for $25 down the road, but it may be 150 miles from you, not work at all and have water stains all over the top. I would go check this out if close by, if it is REALLY clean no stains or bad scratches on top...that is a big plus and worth a couple extra bucks there. I bet you guys will hash a deal out.

Make sure and take a big car and an extra hand to lift
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MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Sun 20, 2012 11:16 pm

I got it and it is home safe and sound! It is so pretty and I can not wait to work on it!

The top is just kind of dull...no water stains or anything. Should I use some Murphey's oil to restore the shine or is there another route I could or should take? It is very clean...just a couple of spider webs. It smells of incense which I do not mind. We picked it up from a loft in an industrial district. The loft was used for art exhibits.

Any hints, tips, or suggestions are more than welcome right now! Paid full price...seller was firm. Mother's Day gift to myself! :mrgreen:

Thanks in advance!

Edited to say...45 adapter is missing...can I get it from VM?

13crhuber · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 12:11 am

Yep Gary at voice of music should have it.

noisebox · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 1:10 am

This thread has some good pointers on restoring the finish

viewtopic.php?f=7&t=186734

Have fun!

MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 2:36 am

Thanks! I will have fun. This beauty makes everything else around it look like crap. Lol :wink:

oldmusicman · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 2:58 am

Im glad someone here picked it up, it sounds like its in great shape, well done.

ggregg · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 3:14 am

Nice work Mary. Have fun with it. For someone who got into this recently, you have a very good eye. Anyone would be happy to have that set.

Magic Brain · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 3:36 am

Congrats, Mary! You will get spoiled by the great sound of that unit once it's restored. Make sure you post some pics.

bastardbus · **Posted:** May Mon 21, 2012 4:27 am

Congrats...you will love it.

Larry Hillis · **Posted:** May Tue 22, 2012 5:42 am

Mary, welcome to the RCA New Orthophonic Club.

Basilio · **Posted:** May Tue 22, 2012 4:25 pm

Remember that the cartidge is part of the "out of Phase" year, so might give you a little problem, but BB and other Ortho sages should be able to talk you through it. I can tell you though, once you recap the 'lytics and paper, and clean the switch contacts, that baby will boom! The FM alone is reason to get that console. Welcome to the cult of New Orthophonics

dberman51 · **Posted:** May Tue 22, 2012 4:59 pm

Not a problem -- any modern cartridge can be used by wiring it out-of-phase. Anyway the old cartridge might still be OK.

-David

MaryAntoinette · **Posted:** May Tue 22, 2012 5:19 pm

Thanks, Everyone!

Going to need a little help 'wiring it out-of-phase'...I have no idea what that means. lol :shock:

EDIT...GOT IT!!! RCA SHC-4 on CL...price too high?

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