Best platform for Jukebox conversion to IPod advise: Cd / 45 / MP3

HorrorBiz 72 · by **HorrorBiz 72** » Sat Sep 03, 2016 6:20 am

This is a re-post of an inquiry in a separate thread, being new to Jukeboxes but somewhat experienced in Pinballs and Tube Amplifiers. This being said, the Jukebox bug has bitten but I know all too well that there are many purists of differing camps out there. With amplifiers there is tube vs. solid state, pinball has the spring, electro and digital lovers. With this in mind, I will understand if my next question is sinful toward the members of the board who are record or CD purists.

I personally love 45's and LP's and the engineering / mechanical qualities of the older Jukeboxes . However, I know enough to know that I might be over my head keeping one running for daily enjoyment. My wife and kids are from the digital / MP3 age and she loves playing music while cooking dinner. My kids dance around and have a great time with this. Please forgive if this question is sacreligious, but I was also considering a jukebox platform that can easily be applied in conjunction with an MP3 player kit like those found cdadapter.com.

To me, this would be the best of both worlds both in song selection and format / nostalgia factor. Do you have any advise for someone looking for a nice vintage Juke model that is a good candidate for a conversion CD / Mp3 or 45 / Mp3 use? I have seen Seeburgs and Rowes used for this mostly. Any opinions on this? Not looking for a jack of all trades in a Jukebox more looking for the nostalgia factor coupled with the ability to expand the song catalogue. I hope I did not ramble on too much.

Any takers on guiding me in the right direction?

Regards,
-Joe

MattTech · by **MattTech** » Sat Sep 03, 2016 7:01 am

Any amplification system can be adapted to multi-source use, provided the proper adaptation is implimented.
With jukes, the amplification in most cases is "powered up" through a relay system internally when a selection is made.
Not "selecting" anything "internal, (as in sitting idle) this would then have to be "over-ridden", as well as the external source being input to the amplification system.
In my case as an electronic servicer, I've provided "extra" inputs on various radios, amps, etc., but follow good and proper electrical procedures, because the ultimate safety is important both for the customer's sake, and the external equipment's safety too.
The sonic quality is also of importance, because of potential mismatches, loading, and other things between the components involved.
These also need to be addressed in a educated and technical way, in order for the end result to be successful.

by **Ron Rich** » Sat Sep 03, 2016 3:46 pm

Hi Joe,
IMHO, the quality of the product at CD Adaptor (aka Data Sync Eng), is ab-sol-lut-ley, the best--Only one "drawback" is you may have to deal with "Mr. Grumpy" there ! (OK--full disclosure-- we are friends--You won't need to tell Ed I called him that, but you can as he'll know where that comes from ! ).

Ron Rich

DoghouseRiley · by **DoghouseRiley** » Sun Sep 04, 2016 12:46 pm

I can highly recommend DataSync.
I have one of their adapters. I use it with two wall boxes. In fact I have a spare title card magazine, so with three cheap second-hand 3rd generation iPods bought on eBay, I can have 3 X 160 selections with my two Rock-Ola 507 wall boxes.
The prices for second-hand wall boxes have escalated dramatically in recent years, since the technology has been discovered by the masses.

There you go.
You'll notice, "I'm all vintage."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXFX8TK3tjU

HorrorBiz 72 · by **HorrorBiz 72** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:02 am

Doghouse...

Damn your setup is sweet.