Vintage V-M Voice of Music Tube Stereo Record Player Model 357 Nicely Restored
Beautifully restored 1962 V-M Voice of Music 4 speed portable tube stereo record player Model 357. This is a fully automatic phonograph with record stacking capability and auto shutoff. The 2 speakers each contain 2 drivers, a 6″ woofer and a 5″ midrange. This record player was completely disassembled for restoration. All old covering material and hardware was removed from the speakers and turntable case. They has been expertly re-covered with a high quality vinyl Tolex material. This is the same material used on custom guitar amplifier cases. New latches, handle and rubber feet have been applied. The record changing mechanism was meticulously cleaned, reassembled, lubricated, adjusted and tested. A new idler wheel has been installed for accurate, dependable speed. The motor was disassembled, bearings cleaned, rotor shafts polished, reassembled and lubricated. New motor mounts have been installed. The amplifier has been rebuilt with all new electrolytic capacitors. A new polarized AC cord has been installed. The tubes test good. A new stereo cartridge with diamond flip over needle is mounted. This phonograph can play LP’s and 45’s or 78’s with a flip of the needle. Included is a 45 stacking spindle that works great. The tone arm tracks nicely at a gentle 4 grams. This is a beautiful and excellent sounding record player that would be a great addition to anyone’s collection.