Phonoland

anyone have an idea why .or if i need one whos got one or maybe a part number for the transformore .thanks

You most certainly need a new transformer now.
Once they "smoke" they are done for and no longer reliable, or safe.

ok thanks.as for a part no i found where its called a t501 power transformore is that a good number to search thanks

Transformers may burn out due to moisture or an internal fault, but most often it is the external circuit (and here, a lack of proper fusing) that kills them.

Vern Tisdale did offer a new replacement, but they seem to be out of stock now.
http://www.verntisdale.com/Seeburgpage.htm

You might inquire if he plans to restock or knows of anyone else offering them.

I've used transformers from LPC control centers. However, they lack a filament supply (6.3V) for a tube amp and a 5 volt AC for decorative lights. I use additional transformer to supply those voltages.

----Most important is to find out why this tran smoked! Most likely it was due to an un-rebuilt selection receiver w/shorted capacitors or bad 6X4 rectifier tube.

This is why old electronics MUST be rebuilt and carefully tested before given full line power and use is attempted.

Given the amount and intricacy of the work involved now I suggest sending the unit for repair, or buying a different selection unit that has been rebuilt and tested.

Neither of these options are cheap, but that is where things stand.

Rob/NYC

who might be a good selector rebuilder,maybe in ohio. is jukedoc of ohio any good he does repairs and he a few hours from me.the only good thing is i so so cheap into this machine its not pretty lots of bad pitted metal and the colored glass i crappy, but i think its so cool and its needs to be working and in my living room.

yea---give Jukedoc a call-- , or, if you are closer to Lancaster, call Dan Colabuno 740 653-3105--please tell him "Hi" from me-- Ron Rich

will do thanks for your time and other friend if the jukedoc cant do it.