[Phono-L] Diamond B

[Abe Feder]

Hi All,
I have been reading the info on this board for a bit-how would I get a hold
of Steve so that I could get an item to him.
Thx Abe Feder

On Sun, Nov 23, 2008 at 10:18 PM, Andrew Baron <andy at popyrus.com> wrote:

> Thanks Tony for your input.  I'm sure it means a lot to Steve and the
> group.  Don't ever hesitate to comment if you think you might have something
> of value or interest to share!
>
> Best,
> Andy
> Santa Fe, NM
>
>
> On Nov 23, 2008, at 8:07 PM, Mobility Scooters wrote:
>
> I don't have a great deal of knowledge on Phonographs to get involved with
>> this message board but on this subject I believe I do.
>> If you want a truly honest person that has fantastic skills with repairs
>> and
>> also the ability for testing reproducers simply don't waste your time
>> trying
>> to contact anyone else bare Steve.
>> I had an Edison Opera with a damaged reproducer and hated the sound.
>> This reproducer needed some very delicate repairs which Steve made a
>> fantastic job of he also fitted a new stylus and completely overhauled
>> this
>> Diamond A reproducer.
>> I couldn't of hoped for anything better and it plays brilliantly I now
>> hear
>> sounds that I could never hear before.
>> I am from New Zealand and it was a big decision to send the Diamond A
>> reproducer out side New Zealand in case I never got it back as I don't
>> know
>> where to find another one.
>> At a time when there are so many people trying to rip you off in some way
>> it
>> is a big decision sending any part  half way around the world for repairs
>> and knowing if this part goes missing the machine will be shelved. But
>> when
>> you find the right person I feel you are obliged to tell other collectors.
>> Once I had emailed Steve a few times it wasn't a hard decision to send it
>> away.
>> In fact I have sent an array of reproducers over for Steve to repair and
>> all
>> arrive back like new.
>> Steve has gone to a lot of trouble and time to help me which I appreciate
>> very much. This is one person that I have a great deal of respect for I
>> would trust Steve with my complete collection or anything for that matter
>> and know it was safe.
>>
>> This is my first email to the group
>> When I read this request I had to reply for two reasons one I have been in
>> this position myself with who would have the skills to make a good job.
>> 2nd but Most importantly for me was who could I trust as I am just so far
>> away from USA
>> Steve has helped bring so many of my  machines back to life other wise
>> they
>> would still be un playable.
>>
>> If I wasn't so thrilled with everything Steve has done for me I would
>> never
>> email the group.
>>
>> Tony McCarthy
>> New Zealand
>>
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