It works in rewind and fast forward mode. All the buttons seem to work when i push them in and out. The capstan rotates. The tape guides, tension roller and pinch roller seem to work but I'm not sure. Is there another drive motor for playback mode that may not be operating? What else should I look for that may not be functioning properly?
No it is the same motor for both functions. Just check does the record/play switch operate or move when you operate the record function? I have a hunch that is the problem it may also be that the switch contacts are dirty or worn.Try to play a recording you made on another machine if it does sound and play on the other machine then the problem can only be this switch. Some more upstairs decks do have separate amplifiers for play and record .Nakamichi. Studer Revox Tandberg Uher and the such comes to mind These are those machines offering "Off tape" recording monitor. Then it will sport three heads and not only two I hope this gives clues where to start looking for problems
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