The Retro Directory

Amiga CD32 Repairs, faulty capacitors, CD-Rom replacement

8bitplus (Neil) is a UK-based retro console specialist offering board-level repairs and mods for 1970s–1990s systems. Work shown includes Amiga CD32 capacitor replacement and CD‑ROM/laser swaps, recapping, RGB/video mods, Unibios installs, region/switchless mods and other restoration and upgrade work. The site shows examples and customer testimonials confirming mail-in repairs and commissioned projects.

analogue synths : DM Audio Ltd

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Edinburgh-based pro audio and backline hire specialist offering instrument and PA rental for events, with a selection of vintage and analogue synths (eg. Korg MS-10, Roland Juno-106, Moog models). Available for festival support, system design, delivery/collection and ex-hire equipment sales.

Console Modding & Repair in Bristol, UK | Bytes Free - Console & Electronics Repair in Bristol, UK

Bristol

Bytes Free is a Bristol-based console and electronics repair specialist offering retro-focused services including Retro G.E.M. HDMI installations, modchip and board mods (eg. Modbo for PS2), Sega Mega Drive hardware work, Sega Saturn FRAM mods, Dreamcast HDMI conversions and SDLoader/Neo Geo CD installs. They also repair controller stick drift and modern controllers alongside retro console work.

EasternToysandCollectables – We Buy your unwanted toys

Norwich, Norfolk

Norwich-based buyer and reseller of collectable toys, specialising in vintage 1970s–1990s action figures, die-cast, LEGO and retro games consoles. Buys single items or whole collections across the UK, offers collection or secure postal options, and regularly sells at toy fairs and events.

HiFi Repair from RJP Audio Overhaul Ltd - RJP Audio Overhaul Ltd

Marsham, Norfolk

Norfolk-based specialist in high‑end Hi‑Fi repair and refurbishment. RJP Audio Overhaul Ltd inspects, services and restores legacy audio equipment (including Marantz, McIntosh, Denon, Yamaha, Aiwa and many more) from their workshop in Marsham. They also source hard‑to‑find components and occasionally offer refurbished kit via an online shop.

Kingcade - Home

Hull

Hull-based maker of handcrafted classic arcade and media cabinets inspired by 1980s–90s gaming. Kingcade builds bespoke home arcade machines in multiple sizes (32–55") fitted with Samsung screens and HDMI inputs for consoles and media devices. Contact for pricing and custom orders.

LaLuna Technology | Musicians and DJs Audio Repairs for Hadfield, Glossop, Manchester and Sheffield

Hadfield, Derbyshire

LaLuna Technology is a Hadfield (Glossop) one‑man electronic repair workshop specialising in musician/DJ/studio kit. Services focus on valve (tube) guitar and keyboard amplifiers, mixing desks (including Dynacord PowerMate MK1/MK2), vintage synthesizers, pedals, speakers and PAT safety testing. Visitors by appointment are welcome and the workshop accepts items by courier.

London Toy Shop

Enfield, Greater London

London Toy Shop is a vintage toy and comics specialist based in Crews Hill (Brown's Garden Village), Enfield. The shop is open to the public (Fri–Sun 12–4), runs monthly retro toy fairs and buys vintage toys and comics for cash. Follow @LondonToyshop on Instagram/Facebook or call to book a stall or sell items.

Mr Tech Guy – Audio Visual Repair, Upgrade and System Setup

Godmanchester

Mr Tech Guy (Resolute AV Limited) is a UK hi‑fi and pro‑audio specialist based in Godmanchester. An authorised Meridian and Anthem service centre, they repair and upgrade legacy audio equipment — CD players, amplifiers, tuners, phono stages, DACs and loudspeakers — and offer product health checks, system setup, room calibration and component upgrades. Workshop appointments and postal repairs accepted.

MWES | Audio Repair Manchester

Rochdale, Greater Manchester

MWES is a Manchester/North West audio repair specialist with a large Rochdale workshop. They repair and refurbish vintage audio (record players, 1960s–1980s hi‑fi, valve guitar amps) and pro/DJ equipment including Technics SL1210 turntables and Pioneer/Numark kit. MWES are authorised service centre for several brands and offer fixed‑price repair and refurbishment services.

Mytime Watches: Vintage Watch Repair Specialist

York

Independent York-based specialist watchmaker repairing and restoring antique and vintage mechanical wristwatches, chronographs and pocket watches. Owner Günter Dähndel (FBHI) offers bespoke parts fabrication, full restorations and handcrafted mechanical watchmaking from his workshop. Works are guaranteed for 12 months; does not service electronic/digital watches.

Nerd Base – Nerd Base buys and sells a wide collection of vintage and modern action figures and toys.

Wickford

Nerd Base is a UK-based buyer and seller of vintage and modern action figures and collectibles. Their stock ranges from classic 80s/90s lines such as Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, Thundercats and TMNT to modern Marvel, DC, Harry Potter and NECA items. They operate an online shop and list a Wickford address for the business.