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Hey there I've recently purchased a really good condition (and EXPENSIVE https://reverb.com/nz/item/10044025-otari-cb-110-remote-for-mx5050 ) CB-110 remote unit but unfortunately It didn't come with a connector cable. Does anyone now if these can be made from scratch or were I could look at finding ...

Hey guys I've found a pair of DR Compressor / Limiter units for sale for pretty cheap (around $50). Just wondering if anyone has ever used one or has any info about them? According to the D&R website "In the middle of 1975, D&R developed the first compressor/limiter. This product is still very much ...

I managed to figure out what the issue was. Both of the tape arms had springs/screws detached and missing from inside of the unit. I fixed them up and also changed the position of some adjustable springs on the brakes and now all is well.

Hi There I have recently made a purchase of an ex-radio station MX5050 BII. It's in good working order but unfortunately there is a bit of a problem with the brakes when the stop button is pushed. Basically, when the stop button is pressed in the play or ff/rw mode the brakes lock in immediately and...

Go with the Otari. You can still get parts all over the internet and it will last you for years if you take care of it (provided the heads are good...)

Hey. Thanks for the reply's. My budget is pretty small (around nz $2500 maybe). Allen & Heath ZED-420 looks pretty nice. Good pre's and eq I hear. Would this go well?

I have limited space, hence looking for a 16 track desk.

Hey guys I need help in choosing a new mixer for my analog setup. The heart of my studio is an Otari MX5050 MKIII; so I'm looking for something with around 16 tracks (I don't have much desk space) a decent eq, and good preamps that I can mix down with. Direct outs is a must. I really like the look o...