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I was going to look at it myself, but decided I didn't need 2 of them, especially after another recent large purchase. It has a relatively low serial number. Possible broken back bracket, but it's only $200.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/atq/3786560368.html

Defiantly a broken back bracket, the reproducer doesn’t look correct either. The green leather on the turntable looks a little worn. The albums have seen better days, but then again they are exposed all the time. I love the low serial number, especially when you consider that victor started at 500. I have an 8-35X and I love it, they sound every bit as good as a credenza.

An easy machine to restore to its former glory and at that price you can’t really go wrong.

I picked it up last night, thanks to HMV's post. It has some veneer issues on the left top section and a few minor finish elsewhere. Reproducer is definitely wrong but that's all I know so far. It's still in the back of my van so I haven't really been able to look it over well. I ended up paying $180.00 for it. More later.

Jim

Nice buy! The albums are a bit beat but at least you've got some.

phonojim wrote:I picked it up last night, thanks to HMV's post. It has some veneer issues on the left top section and a few minor finish elsewhere. Reproducer is definitely wrong but that's all I know so far. It's still in the back of my van so I haven't really been able to look it over well. I ended up paying $180.00 for it. More later.

Jim

Jim, glad you were able to grab it! They are great machines and I haven't regretted buying mine (for a lot more than you paid, I might add) for a moment. Post some photos when you have it cleaned up.

I do need a back bracket. Who is making/selling them these days? BTW: one thing I'm looking forward to is being able to do sound tests between this and my VV 8-30. Should be interesting: large wood vs. large metal re-entrent horn.

Jim

phonojim wrote:I do need a back bracket. Who is making/selling them these days? BTW: one thing I'm looking forward to is being able to do sound tests between this and my VV 8-30. Should be interesting: large wood vs. large metal re-entrent horn.

Jim

Ron Sitko should have them, also JAS Antiques on ebay.

Jim,
Very nice pick up.
I'd like to find one myself some day.
You may be pleasantly surprised with the metal horn's ability to fill the room.
I say this because I am lucky enough to own two Credenzas (a 2-door and 4-door), an 8-12, and an 8-7.
To me, the 8-7 with metal horn sounds every bit as good as the others.
Best of luck,
Gene