JVC/Nivico 5003 and Minimus 7s test

This was my Dads receiver and the system included the GB-1E Omni directional speakers and SRC-700U TT. All purchased direct from JVC in late 67early 68. I grew up with this system. The system has sat unused for a good 20+ years. When I first powered it up, nothing but loud static, but the headphones worked. Opened it up, cleaned it and just wiggled all the boards a little and to my amazement, it sounded great! Deoxited the knobs and fader lube on the SEA sliders. There's still a little noise there I need to clean a bit more. This is just a test with my bench Minimus 7s. Sounds pretty good in person. The TT has been completely cleaned annd re-greased and now works perfectly. The speakers work but need a recap and tweeter driver check. Cheers!

[@gimmesometruth2003]

Sounds pretty sweet on this end.

[@70GD]

Thank you! I’m very pleased it’s working and sounding good after sitting for so long. Dad would be happy to hear it singing again.

[@HiFiGardener]

This thing sounds awesome, but specially in those little Rat Shack speakers. You should try it on those nice ARs you’ve got. Is this running the original silicon?

[@glenndavis7313]

Thank you! The receiver is all original. Refinished the cabinet, cleaned the inside. I grew up with this system. I have the GB-1E speakers that grow with it, recently recapped them. I’ll have to try it with the ARs! Cheers!

[@70GD]

Completely original.