The Retro Directory

Amplifier and HiFi Repairs in the North West of England and information about vintage stereo and hi-fi equipment.

Leigh, Greater Manchester

PR Audio (Leigh, Greater Manchester) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi repairer restoring amplifiers, integrated/power/pre‑amps, cassette decks, reel‑to‑reel machines, turntables and speakers from the 1970s–1990s. The proprietor documents detailed repairs and restoration work, offers component/transistor sales and accepts enquiries for vintage kit.

Audiojumble | Second-hand and vintage hi-fi

Crawley, West Sussex

Audiojumble is the UK’s long‑running annual second‑hand and vintage hi‑fi event. Held at the K2 Crawley, the one‑day show features 150–200+ stalls offering turntables, valve and solid‑state amplifiers, speakers, reel‑to‑reel and cassette machines, records, valves, cables and other vintage audio components — a major meet for hi‑fi enthusiasts and dealers.

Electric Music Instrument Repairs

Northampton

Specialist repairer of electronic musical instruments based near Northampton. Over 40 years’ experience servicing and restoring keyboards, synthesisers, electronic organs, electric pianos, amps, mixers and effects. Offers workshop and on-site repairs (home, studio, school, church), has many spare parts available and a Central London collection/delivery point.

Hi-Fi Auctions at Newcastle Auction House

Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle auction house running regular specialist Hi‑Fi auctions and valuation services for vintage and British hi‑fi separates (turntables, amplifiers, speakers). Accepts consignments and collections, offers free pre‑sale valuations (including home visits for high‑value items), live online bidding worldwide and shipping assistance from its Newcastle saleroom.

Retro Reproduction - Repairs

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Edinburgh-based Retro Reproduction buys, sells and restores vintage hi‑fi. Established 1997, they stock turntables, valve and solid‑state amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks and open‑reel machines, and offer specialist repair, refurbishment and upgrades (including tonearm rewires, cartridge fitting, laser replacement and reel‑to‑reel servicing). They provide free estimates, national/international shipping and handle delicate packing for mailed items.

Servicing - Retrotech Audio - Vintage Audio

Specialist vintage hi‑fi service and repair workshop. Retrotech Audio offers expert servicing for valve (tube) and solid‑state equipment, turntables and loudspeakers, including speaker surround re‑foaming, sourcing original or equivalent parts, and UK collection/delivery. Team includes ex‑BBC and brand‑specific technicians.

Vintage HiFi and Accessories – Mullard Antiques and Collectibles

UK-based online dealer of vintage hi‑fi and accessories specialising in turntables, cartridges, amplifiers, speakers, valves/tubes and restoration parts. Stock includes original manuals, NOS cartridges and components from heritage brands such as Quad, Decca, Garrard, SME, Leak, Wharfedale and Tannoy. Operates an online shop with shipping.

Vintage Stereo Repairs South Wales - Barnfields Abergavenny

Abergavenny

Abergavenny-based specialist in vintage hi‑fi offering sales, online ordering and delivery alongside servicing and restoration of turntables, amplifiers, reel-to-reel machines and classic systems (Bang & Olufsen, Garrard, Quad, B&W and more). Part-exchange accepted.

VINTAGE TOYS WANTED

Nottingham

Nottingham-based collector and buyer of vintage toys and bulk collections. Purchases 1960s–1980s toy lines including die-cast, action figures, plastic model kits, Scalextric, comics/annuals and early electronic games. Contact Richard to sell or commission a collection.

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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.

West Kent Audio and TV Repair - Hi-Fi Servicing and Renovation

Tunbridge Wells, Kent

West Kent Audio & TV Repair is a Tunbridge Wells-based specialist offering servicing, restoration and repairs for vintage hi‑fi, jukeboxes, cassette players, turntables, VCRs and domestic TV/audio equipment. They provide home assessments, equipment installation and renovations of older hi‑fi kit, backed by decades of experience in audio electronics.