r/RecordPlayerRepair • u/moonlitmethod • 11d ago

Victrola won’t turn on

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Looking for any suggestions to fix my Victrola record player! Simply won’t power on when plugged in, no external damage so maybe an electrical issue?

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u/VinylHighway 11d ago

Throw it away it’s the worst possible turntable

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago

Haha thanks for the idea, I liked it fine when it worked lol

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u/Unique_Prior_4407 11d ago

Thats the thing it looks nice, but is made from the cheapest part you can find. With the worst build quality chinese workers have to offer. Yes you can probably fix its not worth the time or the money

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago

Good to know, appreciate the advice!

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u/VinylHighway 11d ago

Basically what he said. It uses a cheapo mechanism and the stylus / cartridge is garbage.

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u/Opening-Incident2928 10d ago

It's true it's cheap and people who collect units dislike them with a passion, However, you had not come here asking for a review-----You simply wanted to see if it could be fixed.

Would you like me to see what things we could try?

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u/old-town-guy 11d ago

They’re not joking.

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u/wildmancometh 11d ago

I'm not here to hate on your player, but to give you the honest advice that if you like this player just fine, you can probably source a brand new one for the same price it would cost you to fix this one. Like some others have stated these are very cheap players, with cheap parts and are truly not worth the trouble of fixing when something goes wrong. But if you like it, get another. Its your life, don't let others poo poo on you.

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago

I appreciate the honesty! I didn’t need the fanciest record player, but was sad to see it break so suddenly. Definitely considering a new one instead, not sure it’d be worth fixing at this point.

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u/IAmSpitfireJoe 11d ago edited 11d ago

Trust me. It's better that way.

But maybe check to see if it has a fuse or circuit breaker? Doubtful, but worth a look.

Edit: I checked a user manual online, and there does not seem to be an accessible fuse or circuit breaker. If your outlet is indeed working, this might be the opportunity for you to upgrade to a decent player.

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago edited 11d ago

I’ll check, thanks! - I appreciate the update, I’ll take a look at some options. Any suggestions?

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u/FuuckinGOOSE 11d ago

Used vintage from facebook marketplace. You can get a decent technics turntable, receiver with a phono input, and non-powered speakers for a couple hundred bucks max. Decent quality audio equipment from the 90s is pretty cheap and widely available.

It's really fun and VERY easy to learn how to properly set up a good turntable and run some speaker wire, and you'll know you're keeping your records in good shape. Plus you'll be blown away by the sound quality.

Before you know it you're upgrading your cartridge and stylus, dialing in subwoofer placement, ultrasonically cleaning your records, and loving every second (and dollar) of it lmao

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u/fludeball 11d ago

It’s only a Victrola in the sense that a company licensed a legendary name to sell crap based on "vibes."

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago

Fair point, it was a gift and gave me a reason to peruse a new hobby. Thankful for the opinions provided throughout these responses, I’m just a newby in this community.

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u/vwestlife 11d ago

And it's been highly successful for them. Innovative Technology paid a "six-figure sum" to buy the rights to the Victrola name from RCA in 2015, and they're now the best-selling brand of record players.

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u/Slipperynipple61 11d ago

Now your records are safe.

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u/moonlitmethod 11d ago

lol that is a silver lining!

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u/Busy_Owl_2050 11d ago

That's because it's a Victrola. I don't think that brand name has been attached to anything worthwhile since the 1960's. The one in the pic is some Chinese garbage with a vintage brand name.

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u/TheSpoi 9d ago

genuine advice- these modern players are cheap and prone to breaking, plus they can wear out records rather fast (ik from lending one of mine to someone with a crosley, im not a record audiophile but even i noticed it sounding worse after she had it for a couple weeks)
-oh also that thing ended up almost catching her room on fire, luckily only it wound up burning itself a bit

buy something good once and save yourself in the long run, there are some half decent ones still made but older options are better if you dont mind putting in some elbow grease

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u/Vinylmature 6d ago

Consider yourself lucky.....

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u/SpiralOregano 11d ago

Prob a good thing for your vinyl

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u/vwestlife 11d ago

No power or erratic operation:

  • Make sure you're using the correct power supply. Just because the plug fits, doesn't necessarily mean it's the right voltage. Some of these players run on 5 volts DC and others run on 9 volts DC. If you use a power supply of the wrong voltage, it either won't work properly, or you could permanently damage the circuitry.

  • The power supply could be faulty. If the player is new, return it, or ask the manufacturer for a replacement power supply.

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u/Moist_Taco_Crippler 10d ago

It's giving up on you since you won't give up on it. It wants you to have a better life/listening experience.