The Retro Directory

HiFi Corner | Rare and Vintage Equipment | Audio Equipment | Vintage Audio Equipment | Audio Servicing

Watson Records' HiFi Corner sources and sells collectible vintage hi‑fi equipment and classical vinyl, and offers specialist servicing (turntables, cartridges, speakers, amplifiers). Items are serviced and guaranteed for 12 months; the firm also buys significant collections and offers international mail order.

Radio Workshop | VINTAGE VALVE RADIO INFORMATION WEBSITE

Radio Workshop (G4NSJ) is a UK-based vintage valve (tube) radio resource offering an extensive members' area with hundreds of repair tutorials, service manuals, chassis photos, galleries and podcasts aimed at hobbyist restorers. The site is an information and reference hub for collectors of classic British valve radios; the operator no longer carries out repairs.

RECORD PLAYER REPAIR , PRESTON , LANCASHIRE , ENGLAND

Preston, Lancashire

Preston-based City & Guilds qualified engineer specialising in repair and restoration of vintage record players and decks. Services include fault diagnosis, repairs and free estimates for classic British makes such as Bush, Dansette, Decca, HMV, Pye and others. Items can be brought to the workshop or sent by courier for inspection.

Repairs - Vintage Wireless Rescue

Vintage Wireless Rescue (owner John Woolman) is a UK specialist in repair and restoration of vintage valve and transistor radios. Services include fault diagnosis, cosmetic and electronic restoration to original spec, safety testing, Bluetooth retrofit options and sales of fully serviced vintage radios. Operates from a purpose-built workshop near the Northampton/Warwickshire/Leicestershire border and offers mail/courier service and appointment viewings.

Restore Galore | Vintage Record Player Repair and Vintage Audio Sales & Service

York, Yorkshire

Restore Galore (York area) is a specialist workshop restoring, repairing and selling vintage record players and related audio equipment (1950s–1990s). Services include mechanical and cosmetic turntable restorations, amplifier/receiver servicing, parts sourcing and safety/electrical repairs. Accepts local drop-off and couriered items; restored players are offered for sale with a guarantee.

TV, DVD, HI-FI & Video Repairs in North West London

North West London

Independent North West London specialist repairing and restoring vintage audio and electronics. Michael Maurice Repairs handles record players, radiograms, cassette and reel‑to‑reel tape machines, CRT TVs and VHS/video recorders, offers on‑site assessments and workshop servicing, and sells refurbished vintage hi‑fi equipment.

UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration - Recent Repairs

UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration (site by Paul Stenning) documents specialist repair and restoration work on pre‑war, wartime and post‑war valve radios plus vintage transistor sets and related audio equipment. The site lists numerous recent restorations across many British and European makes, demonstrating expertise in period radio servicing and restoration.

Vintage Record Player Repair & Restoration | West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire

Workshop-based specialist in repair, restoration and sale-preparation of vintage record players. Handles motor, belt/idler and electrical repairs, stylus/cartridge and speaker work, cabinet re-covering and full mechanical/cosmetic restorations for makes such as Dansette, Bush, HMV, Pye and similar. Enquiries welcome from West Yorkshire with shipping options discussed during booking.

Visualvinyl - Dansette and Vintage Audio Repair Service in Surrey

Surrey

Visual Vinyl is a Surrey-based specialist in repair, restoration and sale of vintage audio equipment. They service and refurbish record players, tape decks, amplifiers and valve units from the 1950s–1980s (Dansette, Bush, HMV, Sanyo, B&O, etc.), offer cabinet and recovery work, PAT testing and home visits by arrangement, and sell refurbished players, records and accessories nationwide.