I cleaned it out and it seems to work fine. The drive belts seem okay: not dry, but maybe a little loose, although the BPM of the music sounds about right. I paid $50 for it.

I have no bloody idea why I'd need it or would want to keep it. I just wanted to try it out, knowing that the store's policy is "no questions asked" if I return it within 30 days. Also, retro is fun...?🤣

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[–] qyron@sopuli.xyz 1 points 5 days ago (2 children)

That's a classic. I wouldn't be surprised if in a Fallout scenario those things would be found still working, amidst the rubble.

Why you should keep it? That rough sound from a tape has its own mystic. Akin to the vynil and vacuum tubes. And it can be a conversation starter.

[–] UiUiUiUiUi@piefed.nl 1 points 4 days ago

Radiation would vaporise any data on those magnetic tapes, CDs otoh would if stored to prevent scratches.

[–] akunohana@piefed.blahaj.zone 1 points 5 days ago (1 children)

You had me at Fallout. 😁🩷

[–] qyron@sopuli.xyz 2 points 5 days ago

Always good to stumble upon another Fallout fan!