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| Make |
Evans |
| Model |
VE 80 Vocal Echo |
| Description |
The echo is in nice shape cosmetically but needs a little bit of TLC to bring it back to full glory. The good thing is that the tolex is generally in nice shape with no major tears and scuffs. The frontpanel is also in nice shape with just minuscule hairline scratches. Sadly, one of the original pot caps has gone walkabout. The echo has probably the loudest output I have ever heard from a tape delay which I guess is due to the VE-80 being part of a PA system (speakers not included) and functions as a compact four-input mixer as well. The chunky Sanken power amp module and the massive transformer behind the left section of the frontpanel are quite impressive to look at and add greatly to the unit's relatively high weight. The glass lid (!!!) of the tape compartment is cracked and has been mended with adhesive tape many moons ago -- it works but it doesn't exactly look nice (not to mention the sharp edges). I tried to have a replacement made but I was told it would be 'too much hassle' and 'too expensive' and hence 'not worth the effort' etc. Electronically, the tape guides and heads have been cleaned and demagnetised and the pots and jacks were cleaned as well. The tape loop was also replaced by a new one as the old one tended to either slip or get stuck every now and then -- this has vastly improved since the new tape loop was installed but tape transport still isn't 100% -- there is some odd-looking piece of plastic tubing on the capstan which I'm not sure is original (or not). I decided to leave it in place even though its top-end is a bit eccentric in a Dr. Seuss kind of way. I have no clue how to adjust the pinch-roller tension to ensure proper tape transport. The pinch-roller itself looks good, no deformation -- the axis was re-lubed but I think it should be replaced sometime in the future as the clear rubber type seems to be a bit too stiff to last. One thing that might also benefit from a replacement would be the felt washer which helps to keep the tension of the tape steady -- I used a toothbrush to roughen its surface a bit but I think it should as well be replaced sometime in the future. All these little bits are a bit beyond my skill, time, and patience, and since the tape speed of the VE 80 is fixed and the delay time can only be adjusted by a slide-mechanism à la Echoplex or Echocord (and is thus a bit limited), I decided to let go of it. It's great for rockabilly-type slapback delays or short delays on vocals but I am more after dense reverb and delay clusters. Oh, it has had its last service in March 1976, telling from a sticker attached to the lid... |
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| Age |
40 year |
| Weight |
15 kg |
| Condition |
Good |
| Location |
Germany |
| Vat |
Not from a VAT-registered business. But VAT / duty may be due if importing from outside your trade bloc. |
| Quantity |
1 item is available from the owner |
| Options |
User manual : No |
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Service manual : No |
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First owner : No |
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Original boxes : No |
| Plug type |
Europe standard plug |
| Voltage type |
Internal 110 to 220-240V switchable |
| Status |
Item has been sold or not sold in a previous auction |
| Sale type |
The item is on the auction rooms |
| Ending on |
08/11/2014 |
| Category |
Effects |
| Serial number |
83-0157 |
| Sphere reference |
# 12789 |
| Statistics |
Created on : 20/10/2014 |
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Changed on : 20/10/2014 |
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Published on : 20/10/2014 |
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Displayed : 1443 time(s) by members and guests |
| Safety |
All electrical items sold in VEMIA are deemed to be trade sales. No warranty of electrical safety is given or implied. Many items are vintage and would not pass current electrical safety standards. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that items are safe to use in their future environment - if necessary by using the services of a professional. |
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| Start price |
111 EUR |
| Converted price (1) |
96.65 GBP |
| Shipment |
International or local shipment to pay |
| Packing costs |
0 GBP |
| Payment |
Full pre payment needed |
| Auction bid step |
5 GBP |
| Auction highest bid |
92.22 GBP |
| Converted highest bid |
92.22 GBP |
| Leader or winner |
2manysynth |
| (1) Currency conversion |
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