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Reel to Reel Tape Machines / Re: Otari MX 5050 will not play

« on: October 23, 2009, 10:58:51 AM »

Yes, the issue was with the capstan motor.  I had to turn it by hand to get it started.  I've since gotten the capstan replaced, and it works like a charm.

Thanks.

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Reel to Reel Tape Machines / Otari MX 5050 will not play

« on: October 11, 2009, 01:50:22 AM »

I just received an Otari MX 5050.  When I press the play button, the heads engage and the reel starts to turn, but then it just stops abruptly.  It never gets rolling. Its as if once the tension is full, the play mode disengages. I know it will play if there is no tension.  Is the tape too tight?  If so, how does one go about decreasing the tension?  If not that, what else could it be?

Thanks.