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Comment on Wurlitzer Restoration, Part 1 by admin

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:48:38 +0000

Hey. So it turns out these 700 models are pretty rare and some of the 120 and 112 parts are interchangeable with it, but there aren’t many things available for it in general. I’m still on a search for a volume knob that will fit because the one for the 200 is the wrong size. They also only sell hum shields for the 200 model. The only option they offer is a strip of copper tape to put on the inside of the wood so I got that. The upside to this model is that the parts seem to be quite a bit cheaper than the other models. I ordered new damper felts, too.

Comment on Wurlitzer Restoration, Part 1 by Micky

Micky — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:36:30 +0000

I think they sell the reed bar at Vintage Vibe. You could email and ask if it would work for a 700. They also have a “hum killer” kit, but that seems like it might be overkill. Good luck, and I look forward to seeing the beast when I’m back in SC. Maybe I can trade you some work on the Wurli for some help re-wrapping the rhodes with my psychedelic snakeskin African fabric!

Comment on Wurlitzer Restoration, Part 1 by admin

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 01:46:45 +0000

Thanks Micky! My dad agrees that there really should be some kind of shield because the humming is still happening. He seems to have a master plan for how he’s going to fix this, and I feel like an innocent bystander in the whole thing! I’m learning a ton, though. Maybe someday I’ll have the courage to do the electrical work myself. Haha.

Comment on Wurlitzer Restoration, Part 1 by Micky

Micky — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 22:37:17 +0000

Hey Gina,
Looks like your Wurli doesn’t have a hum shield even though most I’ve seen do. It’s basically just a metal plate that fits over the whole harp and protects it from the sort of problems you’re talking about. About the DVD, I have a few of them, if you can wait until I’m back in a week or so, you can definitely borrow them, although they may have done updates. I think the proceeds from Vintage Vibe’s videos now go to charity though, so don’t be afraid to spring for it. Chris at Vintage Vibe has been *incredibly* helpful to me throughout the years, and you should have complete confidence when dealing with his company. Long live the Wurli-nation.
Peace,
Micky

Comment on Webster’s Fundraiser by haqqmisra.net · April Upcoming Shows

haqqmisra.net · April Upcoming Shows — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:11:26 +0000

[...] got a busy weekend ahead of me, starting tomorrow with Gina’s benefit for the AIDS project at Webster’s bookstore. I’ll be backing the music on congas and also reading a passage [...]