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Item: Sony WM-DD1 Walkman Repair Kit
Sony WM-DD1 Walkman Repair Kit contains parts that are needed to fix the most common problems of this cassette player
There are three issues that these walkmans use to have: aged capstan ring, aged belt and leaking capacitors. All these problems can be easily fixed using this kit. Capacitor issue is the most common – result is faint sound and strange noises when dolby is turned on. Buying this kit will save you a lot of time searching for correct capacitors of correct dimensions. The capacitors included in this set are obtained from trusted sources. Capacitor brands are Panasonic, Nichicon, Rubycon, Elna…
Get your spare parts to be able to fix your cassette player. Check our General Repair Instructions to find basic information about tools and skills needed to repair your player.
Other parts that you might also need to fix your player:
Unlike modern electronics, Sony WM-DD1 was built to last for decades. However, even this player contains some parts that deteriorate and you need to replace them. To fix it, you will need to perform some routine tasks, like replace rubber parts, do cleaning and lubrication. Finally, you should adjust and check azimuth, output level and speed. Read our Instructions section to learn more about repairs.
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Most probable reasons of cassette player failure
- Aged belt – needs to be replaced, there is no other help.
- Pinch roller – clean it well with IPA. If it doesn’t help, then you need to replace it.
- Corroded battery contacts – clean them well
- Volume pot oxidized – there are special sprays for that purpose. Apply only small drop, do not spray everything
Other: leaked capacitors, cracked plastic parts, old grease and oil turned into glue, dirty switches, dirt inside player, worn head (can be lapped), faulty electronics, damage caused by leaked battery, dry motor bearings
After each repair of cassette player, speed must be adjusted!
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Kevin Quan (verified owner) –
Perfectly sized capacitor set for the WM-DD1!! Well worth the price and was able to bring a “junk” unit back to life! Thank you fixyouraudio for such quality belts as well!