8 Track Tape Accessories

These modules slide into the slot where the tape normally goes.  From left to right:

• FM radio with antenna jack – for listening to Wolfman Jack
• Bearcat 4 channel police scanner – Breaker one nine, smokie taking pictures
• Cassette adapter – huh?

 

 

Weltron

Here is the Weltron that I am working on right now.  Model PS-804.  Stringing the radio has priority right now.  Haven’t had much success in the past.

Why 8 Track Tapes ?

First, I grew up musically (teenage years) in the 1970s, so much of my introduction to music was through 8 track tapes.  Listening to 8 track tapes, or even just looking at them, brings back memories of teenage mischief, best friends and yes, even girlfriends, hmmm, what was her name?  I’ve never stopped listening to the music of the 60 and 70s, so anytime I can find copies of the music from that era, I’m interested.  I’ve learned how to refurbish these tapes and for a little bit of labor and 25 cents worth of parts, I can make these 40 year old tapes sound like they just came out of the factory.  I spend a lot of time in thrift shops, scrolling through Ebay listings and searching through Craigslist.  The hunt for music is part of the fun and it is quite rewarding when I discover a band that has been evasive or that I had forgotten.  I have records and have had CDs, but 8 track tapes have advantages over those type of media.  Tapes don’t scratch, records and CDs do.  I very much prefer analog sound over digital sound.  Analog has a warm, deeper sound than digital.  As such, I own zero CDs.  I also enjoy bringing 40 year old players back to life, it is part of the hobby and every once in awhile I make a few bucks doing it.  I plan on sharing 8 track tape information on this blog.  I’ll be sharing rare tapes, stories I’m reminded of, accessories, repair tips and interesting players that I stumble across.  It is my hope that you will join in and share your 8 track tape experiences.