RCA Victor model VJT-59-W stereo console Loveseat record player/AM FM tuner.

This is a very uncommon RCA Model VJT59W loveseat console stereo from the 60's. I purchased this from Nest Vintage. ( a local vintage shop) Before I purchased the console I was told it does not power up, The stylus was in two pieces, and the turntable is seized. I could not pass it up though it was just too unique. On arrival to the house it was brought in and I started working on it. Upon interior inspection I saw severe rodent damage. All wires were destroyed, and several metal pieces were covered in rust caused by mice urine. After cleaning every inch of the console I replaced all the wires completely dissembled the turntable fixed seized or broken parts, reassembled it all and powered it all up once more. Current problems include a severed tuner string, humming in the right speakers, and the speakers maxing out to certain lower tones.

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[Turkeydoodlers]

It sounds like you need a new needle? Or the capacitors are gone

[wisenodnarb]

@Turkeydoodlers It may be the capacitors. I have replaced the needle. :)

[electronmusicjunkie]

I would first do a total recap of the power supply and amp. That could take care of audio problems. Also clean all switches and controls (except tuner). You can clean the tuner if it needs it but use proper deoxit spray for that. Using wrong contact cleaner on tuner can cause problems for it.

[sonickid0qywter]

i love that!

[joshb80]

Wow, very interesting console!