The Retro Directory

NEAL cassette deck repairs

Eastcote, London

London Sound (run by Mike Solomons) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi and NEAL cassette deck repair workshop based in Eastcote, London. They offer free estimates, mail‑in repairs, bespoke parts fabrication (eg. belts), full overhauls and valve equipment restoration, with a written 12‑month guarantee on repairs.

Oxford Audio Repairs – Repair, don't discard!

Kidlington

Appointment-only audio repair workshop in Kidlington (OX5) specialising in restoration and repair of vintage and modern hi‑fi: turntables, cassette decks (demagnetise, align, head replacement), amplifiers, loudspeakers, headphones and related electronics. Services emphasise restoring vintage kit from many well-known brands and preserving items rather than discarding them.

Repair Service for Sony Walkman and Portable Cassette Players

Prell Electronics provides flat-rate mail-in repair for Sony Walkman and other portable cassette players. Services include lubrication, alignment, calibration and parts sourcing, with typical turnaround of 6–8 weeks. They accept international Walkman repair orders (US, Canada, Australia and the UK) and offer a 60-day repair warranty.

Retropolis Amusements Arcade Southend Review

Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Retropolis Amusements is a public retro arcade on Southend’s Eastern Esplanade specialising in classic British fruit machines and coin‑op cabinets from the 1960s through the 2000s. The venue showcases rows of JPM, Maygay and Barcrest machines, Astra coin pushers and various Bar‑X style cabinets, offers a bar with snacks, and recreates an authentic 80s/90s arcade atmosphere with large jackpots and wheelchair access.

Sounen Audio Repairs | Hi-Fi and audio repairs York

York

Independent audio repairs workshop in York specialising in vintage and hi‑fi equipment. Services include diagnosis, servicing and repair of turntables (including Technics), mixers, amplifiers, CDJs, cassette decks, speakers and hi‑fi separates. Also offers modifications, PAT testing, equipment installation and audio digitisation. Workshop operates by drop‑off/collection by appointment from a studio location on York's South Bank.

Tass Romsey | TV | Norris Close, Romsey, UK

Romsey, Hampshire

Independent TV and audio specialist in Romsey offering repairs, servicing and sales with a recognised vintage hi‑fi and video capability (mid‑1970s to 1990s). Services include TV and hi‑fi repairs, installations and setup, aerial/satellite work (subcontracted), and videotape/audio transfers to DVD/CD. Workshop visits by appointment only.

Turntables, Amplifiers, Speakers in East Sussex | STEREO RETRO

Hastings, East Sussex

Stereo Retro (Hastings) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi shop selling and buying turntables, amplifiers, speakers and vinyl. They offer turntable repairs, full restorations of classic receivers and speakers, consultations and demo appointments, trade‑ins and local delivery across East Sussex. The business also operates a showroom with on‑site opening hours and an online shop.

Vintage Hi-Fi & Audio Repairs in Wallington, Sutton

Wallington, Surrey

Excell Audio Services is an independent Hi‑Fi and vintage audio repair specialist in Wallington (Sutton) with 40+ years' electronics experience. They repair and service turntables, tape decks, CD players, amplifiers, speakers, guitar amps and DJ/PA equipment, offering diagnostics, restoration and routine servicing on classic brands.

Vintage Synth Audio Repairs | Custom Audio Designs

Petersfield, Hampshire

Custom Audio Designs Ltd (Petersfield) offers professional repair, maintenance and restoration services for vintage synthesizers, drum machines and studio audio equipment from the 1970s–1990s. They handle a wide range of makes and models, provide modifications and spare parts, and also supply acoustic consultancy and soundproofing products.

VintageHifi.co.uk ~ We Buy Vintage Hifi Equipment & Vinyl ...

Brighton, East Sussex

Brighton-based buyer and dealer specialising in vintage and used hi‑fi equipment (1950s–2000s). Offers appraisals, cash or bank transfer payments, free UK collection/house‑clearance and purchases vinyl, musical instruments, memorabilia and spares including valves, transformers and tonearms.

www.hifirepair.co.uk | hifi repair nottingham | Nottingham, United Kingdom

Nottingham

Independent Nottingham specialist in vintage two‑channel (mainly Japanese) hi‑fi separates. Offers on‑site servicing and restorations, free pre‑repair inspections, part‑exchange and same‑day cash purchases for working full‑size separates. Stock includes amplifiers, receivers, cassette decks, CD/MiniDisc players, turntables and speakers — collection only, demonstrations by appointment.

Zens Electronic Workshop - London

Finsbury Park, London

London-based electronics workshop specialising in TV and audio repairs, including component-level restoration of vintage hi‑fi and televisions (CRT through modern LCD/LED/Plasma and Smart TVs). Repairs cover home and professional audio — including many 1970s–1990s makes — and are completed to a professional standard with a six‑month warranty. Workshop address in Finsbury Park; email repairs@zens.tv for enquiries.