How to play music on an old music system ??

[neel424]

I was recently given an amplifier, a cassette deck and a pair of (huge) speakers by my dad, which he had bought way back in 84. Anyway, I thought that it would be cool to have a vintage music system and am therefore looking forward to setting it up. But the problem is that the system is almost 28 years old so Im not sure whether the inputs/outputs on it will be compatible with the modern day audio connectors.

So basically what Im asking is for a way to allow me to play music form my iPod on the aforementioned system.

Ive given below the specs and photos relating to the cassette deck, amplifier and speakers.

P.S. Im new to this and am not familiar with the jargon, so it would be a big help if you guys could dumb down your answers for me.

Thanks.

1) Speakers-
Sonodyne SX-900


Specs:

Peak input power: 90 watts
Frequency response: 40 Hz to 20 KHz
Impedance: 8 ohms


2) Amplifier-
JVC A-K100 Stereo Integrated Amplifier

Specs:

RCA/'Phono' type inputs: Phono, Tuner, Aux, Tape
Digital Optical inputs: None
Digital Coaxial inputs: None
HDMI inputs: None
IPOD/MP3 input: No
Pre-amplified RCA outputs: Tape
Pre amplified digital outputs: None


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3) Cassette Deck-
KD-V100 Stereo Cassette Deck
Stereo Cassette Deck, ANRS/Dolby noise reduction for clean, clear recordings, 6-LED multi-peak indicators, one set per channel, 3-digit tape counter, jacks for microphones, input level controls, tape selector (metal, CrO2, normal).


Specs:

Frequency Response:
At -20VU:
Metal Tape: 30 16,000Hz (40 15,000Hz 3dB)
SA/Chrome Tape: 30 16,000Hz (4015,000Hz 3dB)
Normal Tape: 30 15,000Hz (4014,000Hz 3dB)
At 0VU:
Metal Tape: (40 11,000Hz 3dB)
SA/Chrome Tape: (40 8,000Hz 3dB)

Signal to-Noise Ratio: 58dB (Metal)
Wow and Flutter: 0.08 % (WRMS)
Crosstalk: 60dB (1kHz)
Channel Separation: 40dB (1 kHz)

Harmonic Distortion:
Total (0VU, 1kHz): 1.0% (Metal)
K3 (0VU, 1kHz): 0.5% (Metal)

Heads:
Record/Playback: Metaperm Head
Erase: Two-Gap Ferrite Head

Motor(s): Electronic Governor DC Motor
Fast Forward/Rewind Time: 100 seconds (with C-60 Cassette)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Mike x 2: 0.3mV/600 10k ohms
Line In x 2: 80mV/100k ohms

Output Level/Impedance:
Line Out x 2: 300mV/5k ohms

Power Consumption: 10 watts
Power Source:
A type: 240V, 50/60Hz
U type: 110/220/240V, 50/60Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D, mm): 435 x 115 x 237
Weight: 3.5kg



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[hemantwaghe]

Nice way to ask a question....really people simply put a 1 liner and expect the moon

1) Please can you upload photographs of sdpeakrs and esp speakers backside - photo of speaker input connectors and if possible speakers information label?

I think if the componants are working THIS WILL WORK. Nothing has changed. Your amp has RCA connectors for input and spring connectors for speakers ,so it must work

if your speakers have special connector , that can be too arranged

BTW what is ur location? Here forum members can visit your place to up ur system

HAVEA ROCKIN TIME!

 

[gopib]

Just confirm first if the system is working by playing some tape on the deck. I am assuming you have connected the system. If not someone can help you connect. Of course where on "earth" are you???:lol:

Nothing much has changed in music......

 

[neel424]

1) Please can you upload photographs of sdpeakrs and esp speakers backside - photo of speaker input connectors and if possible speakers information label?

Can't do that, sorry, don't have a decent camera with me right now but what I can tell you is that the speakers have screws with + and - labels.
So i guess thats where I attach the speakers cables, by wrapping them around the screws and then fastening them back into the speaker right ??

 

[leonine10]

Dear Neel 424,
I am from mumbai and if you are too I could help you out with your problem. I am of the old age hifi people and I know exactly your problem. Keep in touch so I could help help you out. bye.

 

[leonine10]

My email is '[email protected]' if you wish to send me your contact details.

 

[reubensm]

Your dad should be complimented for keeping his gear in such great shape...and for letting you have them. Not too many fathers would gift they loved gear to their sons

Congrats on your accquisition. Not difficult to set it up. Cables and plugs are easily available.