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So, I've got a problem with my new-to-me Pioneer CT-F1250. I've replaced the belts and rebuilt the takeup reel motor, and so it's mechanically sound. However, it's missing a bit of high frequencies on playback. Not terrible, but obvious. In addition, when recording the EQ knob does not have enough adjustment range to ever light up both LEDs. Bias and Level adjust properly, but I turn EQ all the way to the right and it's still not enough -- tried this with several different brands of Type I and Type II tapes.
If I record a tape on my Nakamichi BX-150, it sounds identical to the CD. I can adjust the levels and then swap back and forth between CD and cassette and I hear virtually no difference (type II tape, no dolby). However, the same tape played back on the Pioneer definitely has muted highs in comparison to the CD.
I've tried adjusting the azimuth, and that has made zero difference. Heads are in really great shape, and are nice and clean. What could be causing this? I love the look and feel of using this Pioneer, and I have hundreds of tapes... I'd really like it working 100%.
Thoughts?
Charles.
If I record a tape on my Nakamichi BX-150, it sounds identical to the CD. I can adjust the levels and then swap back and forth between CD and cassette and I hear virtually no difference (type II tape, no dolby). However, the same tape played back on the Pioneer definitely has muted highs in comparison to the CD.
I've tried adjusting the azimuth, and that has made zero difference. Heads are in really great shape, and are nice and clean. What could be causing this? I love the look and feel of using this Pioneer, and I have hundreds of tapes... I'd really like it working 100%.
Thoughts?
Charles.