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Offline jcmusic

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Filmco
« on: April 15, 2009, 06:59:27 AM »
Anyone here ever bought any decks from these people in Canada?

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Re: Filmco
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2009, 10:57:59 AM »
I haven't heard of these guys myself...but I'm always interested in checking out new  "sources": do they have a website?

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Re: Filmco
« Reply #2 on: April 15, 2009, 12:58:17 PM »
No web site - eBay only, out of Canada.  Lists lots of mostly top end items with commensurate pricing.  Large, 100% positive feedback rating (for whatever that's worth).  Seems to specialize in Studer gear. They also list an "independent" Studer technician you can call to look it over (for a fee).  Hope this helps.  Hope you find what you want. 
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Re: Filmco
« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2009, 07:35:38 AM »
Hey Jay,
I haven't bought a complete deck from them, but I have bought capstan motors and circuit boards from them with fine results. I would buy from them again with no problem.
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Re: Filmco
« Reply #4 on: April 16, 2009, 07:57:04 AM »
Ok Ken thanks for the info.

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Re: Filmco
« Reply #5 on: April 16, 2009, 02:11:32 PM »
I have bought parts from them also, and would again in the future. My only caveat: they don't always identify their parts correctly, so make sure it's what you want before you buy it.
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Re: Filmco
« Reply #6 on: April 16, 2009, 05:59:17 PM »
Ok Paul thanks.

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Re: Filmco
« Reply #7 on: April 16, 2009, 08:56:32 PM »
I've talked with Edward, the company owner many times. he is very reliable

Edward's competition also in Canada with whom I have dealt is No Better Deals who also restores and refurbishes Studers. He too has an ebay store and always has Studer gear for sale.
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