The Retro Directory

Broken Audio Tape Repair Restoration Services - AV Transfer

Mill Hill, London

AV Transfer (Mill Hill, London) provides broken tape repair and media-transfer services for legacy formats. They repair and restore audio and video tapes to enable transfers to CD, MP3, DVD or modern file formats, and also handle vinyl and reel-to-reel conversions. Accepts posted items and customer drop-offs for transfer and restoration work.

Broken Chords | Digital Piano & Keyboard Repair Scotland

Broken Chords is a Scotland-based specialist repairing and supplying parts for digital pianos, keyboards, electronic organs and related audio systems. With over 36 years’ experience the engineer handles repairs, parts sourcing and installations across Scotland and northern England, and can dispatch spare parts by post. Contact them for workshop repairs, parts and instrument servicing.

Broken Video Tapes Fixed and Repaired -London

London, Greater London

London Video & Cine is a Highgate-based specialist studio repairing broken or damaged video cassettes (VHS, Betamax, Video8/Hi8, MiniDV, U-matic, Betacam and more) and transferring them to digital files (MP4/AVI). They offer cassette housing repair, replacement pro cassettes, PAL/NTSC conversion, cine-film and photo scanning, plus AI-based noise reduction, colour restoration and upscaling. Typical tape repair + transfer is quoted at £50 per tape with a usual turnaround of around 10 working days and a 24-hour rush option.

Cambridge Audio Speaker Repair - Gadget Rehab

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

High Wycombe-based electronics repair centre offering repairs on audio kit including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones. Gadget Rehab performs board-level and microsoldering repairs (they describe repairing a Cambridge Audio Minx speaker), plus DJ-equipment servicing and general electronics diagnostics — available by appointment.

Cassette Deck Service | Vintage Hi-Fi Repair & Restoration Europe

Ljubljana

Specialist European workshop (based in Ljubljana, Slovenia) offering professional repair, 28‑step servicing and full mechanical restoration of vintage cassette decks, reel‑to‑reel machines and classic hi‑fi. Over 30 years' experience, factory‑level calibration using original Nakamichi reference tools, worldwide shipping and a webshop for rare calibration units, dust covers and parts. (Service currently paused — check site for reopening.)

Cassette player repairs, AB Repair | Morpeth

Morpeth

AB Repair (Morpeth) is an online specialist repairing and refurbishing retro electronics. Their site documents services and guides for cassette players, CRT TVs/monitors, Sega Game Gear LCD repairs, MiniDisc/Pocket MD audio mods and other retro PC/tech items. They also sell tested refurbished devices via an online shop and provide technical guides and PCB/board repair services.

Cassette Player/Walkman Repair Service

Mail-in specialist repairing and mechanically restoring vintage portable cassette players, with a focus on Sony Walkman models (eg. TPS-L2, WM-10, WM-F10). Services include belt/idler replacement, head cleaning and demagnetising, lubrication and speed calibration, plus deeper restorations and electrical diagnostics quoted after inspection. Diagnostic deposit required; typical repairs £125–£195 and turnaround is around 2–3 weeks after receipt.

Cassette Repair and Maintenance

Vintage-Electronics.net specialises in parts, kits and technical advice for 20th‑century audio equipment — especially cassette decks, turntables and reel‑to‑reel gear. The site sells replacement belts, lamp kits, pinch rollers and related components, hosts service manuals and detailed maintenance guides, and links to partner repair centres.

Cee Dees TV repairs leeds audio hifi ghd computer repairs

Pudsey, West Yorkshire

Cee Dees TV (Pudsey, Leeds) is an appliance and electronics repairer and retailer. They repair CRT, LCD/LED and plasma TVs, video recorders (VCRs), DVD/Blu‑ray players and audio/hi‑fi equipment, and also sell new and refurbished televisions. Additional services include aerial and satellite installation/repair, CCTV work and general household appliance repairs. Drop‑off, collection and local call‑outs available.

CH Vintage Audio

Northwich, Cheshire

CH Vintage Audio (Chris Hewitt) is a Cheshire-based specialist with one of the UK’s largest collections of vintage sound equipment. They hire classic PA systems, microphone collections, guitar amps, tape machines and vintage synths (ARP, Moog, EMS, WEM, Fender, Marshall and more) for film, TV, events and studio use. Items can be delivered across the UK or shipped by courier, and pre-booked visits to the Chris Hewitt Museum of Rock are available for industry and enthusiasts.

Class A Audio - Naim Audio Servicing And Repairs

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Sheffield-based authorised service centre specialising in servicing and component-level repairs of British hi‑fi equipment (notably Naim, Linn and Rega). Established for decades, they carry out work to manufacturers' specifications, offer guaranteed repairs and provide collection & delivery for customers.

Classic & Vintage Hi-fi Amplifier Service & Repairs

Nottingham

Nottingham-based specialist workshop repairing and restoring valve (tube) hi‑fi and guitar amplifiers. With 40+ years' experience the owner offers diagnostics, full services, valve testing & matching, re‑cap (electrolytic) jobs, bias adjustments, transformer swaps (US↔UK), cabinet refurbishment and other vintage amp repairs. Works on a wide range of classic brands and models; drop-off and collection in person (limited availability).