JOHNSON MESSENGER 223 HELP NO SOUND

[darticus]

Anyone able to help? Just picked it up in nice shape for 40 dollars. I can't hear any sound but it does transmit. Can anyone tell me if its a tube? I have a tube tester and the 12be6 looks no good. Should I just give the set back and get my money? Thanks Ron

 

[Atlasta]

Have you looked at the speaker connections? Try plugging in an external speaker or headphones.

 

[darticus]

Do't see any places for plugs. I do hear a low volume hiss while on. Thanks Ron

 

[twister252]

that unit is very old. if you plan on use, it needs to have new caps..

 

[darticus]

JOHNSON MESSENGER 223 HELP

JOHNSON MESSENGER 223 HELP
I bought this at a garage sale but its not making any sound. Looks nice and does transmit fine. It just won't receive. Any help would be great. I do hear a hiss when the mic is plugged in, with the volume all the way up, so I think the speaker is good. No headphone plug to try. lights up nice and tube seem good. Any thoughts? Thanks Ron

 

[Robb]

Start checking tubes, replace electrolytic capacitors, and clean the pots.
For a start . . .

 

[AudioShockwav]

Please keep the subject in one thread.
Thanks.


73
Jeff