Above is the completed console. Below is the restoration process
GE Stereo console found in thrift store. This model has a optional wall mount feature or legs can be added. The hinges act as the wiring for the speakers which are built into the doors.
Front panel below stereo flips down for turntable access and record storage slot on left.
Cabinet gutted of all components and parts.
Cabinet stripped and repaired with wood filler where needed.
Faceplate and housing for new stereo fabricated out of MDF
Veneer added to front of faceplate.
Fabricated plinth for new turntable.
Completed cabinet with dark walnut stain finish, new grill cloth and legs added.
Completed console has Brik Instruments Amplifier and Internet Radio, Bluetooth Receiver, Ion Turntable with Audio Technica cartridge.
Fantastic Resto-mods! I hope you don't mind, but I'll be copying your style for my build. Did you replace the speakers on any of these, and if so, what did you go with? I have decided on an Eminence Patriot series that ranges from 70Hz-5kHz. Its missing the highs, so I'm thinking about adding separate tweeter. Any thoughts?
On the GE console I kept the main speakers and changed out the tweeters with pyramid 3.5". On the Capital console I used new Micca MB42 Speakers. I shielded the back of the speaks with an aluminum and copper foil to shield interference from close proximity to the turntable. Would love to see the results of your build.
Hey Kevin, I keep changing my mind about what components to add. I like your setups with the Brik parts, but they're hard to find. Any chance you have an extra internet radio or bluetooth stage component you'd be willing to sell?
Hey Kevin, I finally got around to finishing this. Here's the link to the photos as requested. https://photos.app.goo.gl/gZPkReBBsCwkh4QaA I also wanted to know what turntable you used in this one. Im working on another and need a small form factor turntable. Do you remember what this turntable was?
Fantastic Resto-mods! I hope you don't mind, but I'll be copying your style for my build. Did you replace the speakers on any of these, and if so, what did you go with? I have decided on an Eminence Patriot series that ranges from 70Hz-5kHz. Its missing the highs, so I'm thinking about adding separate tweeter. Any thoughts?
ReplyDeleteHey Kevin,
DeleteOn the GE console I kept the main speakers and changed out the tweeters with pyramid 3.5". On the Capital console I used new Micca MB42 Speakers. I shielded the back of the speaks with an aluminum and copper foil to shield interference from close proximity to the turntable. Would love to see the results of your build.
Kevin
Hey Kevin, I keep changing my mind about what components to add. I like your setups with the Brik parts, but they're hard to find. Any chance you have an extra internet radio or bluetooth stage component you'd be willing to sell?
DeleteHey Kevin, I finally got around to finishing this. Here's the link to the photos as requested. https://photos.app.goo.gl/gZPkReBBsCwkh4QaA
ReplyDeleteI also wanted to know what turntable you used in this one. Im working on another and need a small form factor turntable. Do you remember what this turntable was?