Pt. 2 First Gen Bose Wave CD Radio Teardown Repair Dismantle All You need To Know

Part 2 all you need to know about the first generation Bose Wave CD radio AWRC-1P & AWRC-1G compared to the new model Bose Wave AWRCC1
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#bose
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#repair
#diy

[@taddy666]

Thanks mate! Awesome and very thorough video. Every question I had you anticipated! CHeers again!

[@EightiesNut]

Thanks! I am so very glad to hear that and a great day to you buddy...

[@papawd3991]

Thanks I learned much with this my first time on your channel Excellent video

[@EightiesNut]

The pleasure is all mine.

[@bsee]

Thanks for posting this video. I found it very detailed and allowed me to service this radio for a friend.

[@EightiesNut]

Glad I helped...

[@rickk6075]

Wonderful and so thorough. The compartment door on my original had become irreparable via an accident. I bought an identical model for $25 off eBay that had a inoperable CD player and used this video to perfection to take the working compartment door and ribbon cable from the purchased unit to repair my original. So excited and thankful that my original is working 100% now!

[@EightiesNut]

Thank you! I'm so glad I helped.

[@CEG3RD]

Thanks for the video. My CD component stopped working and I got the idea to open it up and taking a look. One look at what's involved made me realize I'm better off just plugging in an external deck!

[@EightiesNut]

Thank you.

[@elsaarmstrong-zp6ng]

You would think Bose would research the faults and correct them ! Their couldn’t care attitude makes customers think I won’t buy Bose again! That’s the feeling I get! However it’s good you done this video and pass on info that may help customers! 🛠😁

[@lifeslessons9889]

Excellent information….I’d tackled mine because of an intermittent play problem.. cleaned the laser still had the problem, so then hit the assembly under instructions..bingo ! All good . Loved this video..thanks for your time ! 😊

[@EightiesNut]

Awesome! glad I helped!

[@kegandpaul6077]

Great Demo, A great help and time saver 👍🇬🇧

[@EightiesNut]

Thank you very much!

[@daveschidlmeier6425]

Thank You for the very informative video, I have 2 Bose Wave/CD radios. I just picked up my second unit at a second hand store for $7.00, with the knock off remote in white, and it works fantastic, even more clear then my original unit I've had for 15 years. They are both fantastic sound machines. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on these fantastic radios. Very well done vidios...

[@EightiesNut]

Much appreciated, Thanks you.

[@agenda697]

Great teardown guide, Luv these units still got my dark grey one (made in ireland) from new back in the day , now got a white one (US made) that has the dull display & won't read discs so something to get workin on !

[@EightiesNut]

Thanks! Yes, Bose had one of it's largest factories in Ireland they produced more Redline cubes in Ireland than anywhere else. It is rare for the photoresistor to go out however the VFD (vacuum fluorescent display) is a different story, at least for now you could set the dimmer to the brightest, also have you tried cleaning the lens? Merry Christmas 🌲

[@agenda697]

@@EightiesNutI'll try cleaning lens with (with IPA) if that doesn't work then i could i could adjust the lens voltage slightly via the pot (i do this with PS2's), worst case scenario is that i change the lens, good thing they're very modular by design with quality components, thanks !

[@richardhassett8827]

I'm quite frustrated by your video. You say you have an large quantity of NOS CD drives, but you won't sell any. You talk about how your company went out of business and that you have a substantial investment in those NOS parts, but you won't sell any. You talk about the high quality of the first gen units, but you won't sell NOS parts or, AFAIK, offer a repair service. I have an AWRC-1G with a CD drive that no longer will. You've done nothing to help resolve my problem. Why would I want to disassemble the unit to the bone, if I can't get replacement modules? Be cause of your video, I know the parts I need exist, but you won't sell any. I'm frustrated.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I am sorry that was not my intension at all. The video was intended to help someone that has a non working unit or more then one unit to be able to swap/replace parts.

[@xenusceptic]

@@EightiesNut it’s a great video and I too need cd parts can you recommend any sources of replacement parts

[@jameslacey460]

DOn't "be sorry," sell us the damn parts. You actually say, "I must have thousands of these (referring to the BASE ASSEMBLY). WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU GOING TO DO WITH THEM? EAT ONE A DAY? WELD THEM TOGETHER INTO AN INTERESTING STATUE FOR THE GARDEN? What possible reason would you have for NOT selling them? Damn frustrating that you would make a video about how to fix something while have the parts to do it -- parts we can't find anywhere else -- but not sell them? What are you smoking and where can we get a lid? @@EightiesNut

[@JulieGreene-p6r]

I have been saving my Bose to take apart to see if it was fixable for at least the last 2 years. From watching this video it sounds like it needs a new fuse. And the cd player sometimes acted up and would not read cds. But one day it just turned off. The whole thing. No display. Can I get a new fuse just anywhere fuses are sold and I have access to someone who can solder but is it absolutely necessary that the fuse be soldered? Thank you! Appreciate this video. Couldn’t believe no one was fixing these anywhere ever again!

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, thank you, the pleasure is all mine. Yes, the fuse must be soldered as the Bose design has no fuse holder instead they chose to use a through-hole style fuse for cost-effectiveness and some space. The fuse is a 1A 250VAC good luck.

[@Calcraft11]

Amazing education! Great job! Thanks!

[@EightiesNut]

Thank you, The pleasure is all mine...

[@davidbrewster6834]

Thank you! This is such a great video for explaining how to take apart a Bose wave. The problem is though, if you find you need say a replacement cd drive or a display how do you acquire one? Buying old machines that are "for spares/repair" is risky as most of the parts you want are not working. Any advice for us in the UK?

[@dennisscheiding5037]

Great video!! I recently bought a Bose Wave on a garage sale and some of the pads in the CD lid won't work mostly my on/off and volume buttons and I don't think the infrared is working on the front panel. I bought a used lid and a new remote which doesn't work right now. Your explanations are just great. I should have a refurbished lid and pad on soon but not sure what to do about the infrared on the panel.

[@bradhagmaier6639]

Great video.

[@EightiesNut]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@tomluque]

I read open circuit across the power plug. Fuse test ok. I noticed that the primary widings on J2 also measured open circuit. Where do I purchase a transformer? Very good video to show how to open the case. Thank you.

[@EightiesNut]

My pleasure. You can find a transformer from $15 to $25 on eBay Hundreds are listed make sure the part number and Rev. are the same. Good luck!

[@jamescrain2]

Just what I needed to see. Thx!

[@EightiesNut]

Pleasure is all mine!

[@stephanieincardona9047]

Hello, Great Video!. My Bose Wave doesn't play when first plugged in. It plays great after plugged in for a bit, seems like it needs to warm up. Is there a component that can be changed to fix this issue? I am handy with a soldering iron. Thanks

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, you need to use a good magnifier and check all CD related solder for cracks. Only one thing causes the issue you're having, cracked solder. You just need to find it and reflow it. As your unit heats up and expands it makes good contact at that point. Good luck

[@stephanieincardona9047]

@@EightiesNut Thank you for the tip. I took it apart and poked around with a magnifying glass. It now works perfectly. Do you have experience with the SoundTouch series or the older Lifestyle series? I have some of those with a variety of issues. Not much info out there from people that actually worked on them.

[@leshammack2261]

Mine got rained on and the left side has no sound. It doesn’t seem to be the speaker. I switched the wires and the problem switched sides. Any suggestions please.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, it sure sounds like your amplifier has a bad channel.

[@DavidWetherell-ro9ye]

Have this bose radio cd player does not work anymore radio works good it is pretty old love it

[@EightiesNut]

It really is an amazing unit.

[@lasidora]

Hi I've recently had one of these actual models go dead, was working fine one minute, now no power at all, have checked the mains lead - all fine power getting to the inner on board plug input, fuse continuity is good so no blown fuse but unit still stone dead, any pointers to other causes of total dead unit, thanks Tony UK

[@EightiesNut]

Are you sure it is not an extremely dim screen from the photoresistor going out? I am sure you have tried, but I have to ask did you raise the volume and try playing the radio or CD? Sorry, just probing...

[@MrDrokkul]

A very informative video! I have one like this in white that I would like to replace the power cord on due to some damage to the insulation. Could you point me in the right direction for getting a replacement cord unit? Thanks!

[@dswarts9386]

Great video! How to get the ribbon cable back on the top door?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, Thank you! You would need to use needle nose pliers as that ribbon was installed prior to the lid being thermally adhered together. Hold the ribbon as close to the contacts as possible when inserting it. Holding it further out will cause it to buckle. Good luck!

[@dswarts9386]

I'm just not sure what is going to cause the ribbon to stay inside the contacts even if I could reinsert, I can see with my headlight. I know they sell just the top so there must be a way to attach the cable again. Otherwise I've just made a very costly mistake. Please help!

[@EightiesNut]

It is basically a pinch-press fit, tab-less meaning it does not have a plastic tab (hold-down clip) just insert the ribbon in the same position all the way in nice and even. In this case polarity matters. I have done it many times with no issues at all. By the way, no reputable seller should be selling the top CD lid without the ribbon still intact and still installed as buyers would just run into the same issue you are having without the super thin flat needle nose pliers it becomes rather difficult maybe even impossible. Even some people with tech skills might still have a hard time because of the tight fitment.

[@kimlalande2816]

If the system is plugged in Doesn’t turn on But the fuse and plug and power all have proper charges with voltmeter, what can be checked next?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, next you should check the power transformer.

[@davidbrewster6834]

Such a helpful video on stripping a Bose down and without damaging it. Thank you! But I don't think you explained whether the laser diode on a failing CD could be replaced and how. Can it?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, thank you. Basically you have to choices, one replace the optics by it self or two replace the complete optical drive assembly which will have a new optics already included. Back in the days it was only a $32 difference so we almost always opted for the complete assembly on the older worn units. It was more cost effective for us and longer lasting for the customer, we did not want to replace the diode then have the radio come back soon after for a drive assembly failure.

[@davidbrewster6834]

Yes I can easily see why you did that. Problem is people cannot acquire a new drive or optics nowadays so replacing the diode may be one of the only options. Is it easy to identify the diode and what is the spec for a replacement one?

[@paula.dupont708]

Excellent video... can you do one on taking apart the compartment door? My problem is with the "Up Volume" button which is not functioning when pressed all the others work fine. Any help with this issue would be gratefully appreciated.

[@tektech1065]

I opened it up, break-opened with a lot of force. It's risky but possible kzbin.info/www/bejne/haTPZ6yEdtaMnZI

[@gidellhinds5407]

What if the speaker have a loud buzzz and will not stop

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, more likely the amp is bad.

[@mikemullenix6956]

Have you tryed to modified internal fm antenna ? They disconnect the internal fm from the external fm antenna. This improves the external fm reception .

[@Ifixitagain]

my old Gen1 (no cd) wave has died. I would like to reuse the speakers since they sound great (build my own case) . What would you suggest to use as an audio amp that I can pwer these with?

[@EightiesNut]

The radio has a crossover built-in. It is not true stereo, borderline Mono channel. More bass to the left and more highs and treble from the right speaker. A 30-watt amp would be plenty.

[@Ifixitagain]

@@EightiesNut now I’m wondering if the speakers need to actually be in the Bose housing for optimal sound. Is there a waveguide or resonance chamber behind one or both?

[@EightiesNut]

Sorry, the word is "treble" I was typing too fast. The acrylonitrile butadiene styrene speaker housing was tuned specifically for those speakers mainly for the left speaker it is used as a little woofer. It's a tuned ported enclosure this was chosen over a sealed one that produces clean tight bass because ported travels further in turn, it is more filling.

[@octoberkurt]

I am trying to replace the top door/control panel. I have a good spare and have the unit disassembled, but cannot get the ribbon cable into the lock slot on the back of the new door. Does the door/button control panel need to come apart to attach the ribbon cable? If so, how to do this?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, if you purchased the lid with no ribbon from amazon or eBay, return it, as the sellers should know better especially if they specialize in selling Bose products. If they are selling just the lid then they have and should have an understanding of the unit. Let me explain, back in the days I was involved with the first generation second and third Rev, design changes. That is called rolling the Rev. Rolling the Rev. is done anytime we make changes to the drawings or MPI (Manufacturing Process Instructions) Rev. is short for revision. The ribbon in the lid, including the PCB in the lid, the CD centering and the one piece silicone rubber button sheet are all permanently encapsulated in the lid as the lid is sandwiched together with a chemical thermal adhesive. You can try with a fine needle nose to insert the ribbon cable and risk buckling / damaging the ribbon or I would just return it as the seller should have sold the lid with the ribbon still installed. We had concluded back in the days against my recommendations to not make the lid serviceable, but the understanding is that the lid should last approximately 20years and that was long enough and if during the refurbishing process the lid needed replacing then they would just install a new lid assembly that included the new ribbon. Thanks, The Eighties Nut

[@tektech1065]

The ribbon socket in the lid is different from the ribbon's socket on the display board. The one in the lid has a sliding lock which lock has to be slightly pulled out in order to let the ribbon slide in. And then pushed back to lock the ribbon in place. You could probably use a small hooked pick to pull out the lock, then insert the ribbon, and then push the locking part back. Here's what it looks like kzbin.info/www/bejne/haTPZ6yEdtaMnZI

[@tektech1065]

I just posted a new video showing in detail the problem with inserting the ribbon into the door socket kzbin.info/www/bejne/on63pWqbeN2lj9k

[@susanboyd8029]

Have the motherboard exposed. Sorry to be stupid but which if the items on it is the fuse?

[@EightiesNut]

No no, don't say that. The only stupid person is the one that has a question to ask, but does not. The fuse is transparent glass with silver metal caps on each end it is located to the left 3/8" away from the power cord plug (white) on the PCB It is soldered to the board.

[@susanboyd8029]

@@EightiesNut

[@ilanaglazberg8074]

The antenna plug on mine is completely loose.How do i fix it?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, it would need to be soldered from the bottom of the PCB that means the board needs to be removed.

[@troyfargo9592]

I wanna buy one of your CD transport mechanism things - the complete assy if possible ? Thanx Troy in Orange Co

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, l am sorry I have been supplying all of my Bose surplus parts to an eBay seller that rebuilds Waves and sells them as complete radios.

[@elliottgozansky5683]

Very nice video, thanks! Do you happen to the cable that go from the lid to the display PCB? My lost the battle with a vacuum cleaner and I cannot seem to source a replacement.

[@gregh2930]

Thank you for the insight into a hidden gem. I have a Bose Wave I, and I have been using it for my main speaker system. I have been running units that plug into the auxiliary jacks in back, and it takes care of everything. Recently, the connections on the auxiliary jacks cut in and out from the audio signal. If I wiggle the wires, it comes back temporarily, but eventually cuts back out. Is the unit done at this point, or is there a replacement or repair for the rca jacks in back that cut the audio signal in and out. Thank you again for the great instructional.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, it is my pleasure. It is not a difficult repair, but you will have to dismantle the entire unit much further then I demonstrated, as the inputs are soldered to the PCB and you must get underneath the PCB to desolder the old one and resolder the new one in it's place. Also you might not need to replace it at all. You might have just cracked the solder from using it so many times and all you have to do is reflow the solder also from underneath. I always tell everyone if you will be using the input or output jacks frequently then you should install a RCA patch line with male on one side and female on the other, so in the future all you would replace is a $2 to $8 patch line and save all the repair hassle. Good luck

[@gregh2930]

Do you have a video representing the access to the PCB, or know of one? Thank you.

[@EightiesNut]

Sorry I do not nor do I know of one, but I could make one and post it in a week or so.

[@the6walkers]

My mom has a AWRC1G and the sound is very faint and tinny from the right speaker only. All other functions work. She really likes it and would love to listen to her oldies again. Any recommendations?

[@DeanCrowder]

Mine is making an intermittent crackling noise on the left sub-woofer so I would say the base only works about 10% of the time and it now sounds like a cheap £5 radio haha! On inspection, I found nothing wrong with the speaker so I swapped the wires over as a basic test (the left speaker into the right plug & right speaker into the left plug). Still, the problem continued on the right speaker so the problem is not the speakers but the circuit to the left speaker. Any Idea what I need to look for or how I can fix it?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, if it is doing that same sound during radio play and or CD play then more likely it is a bad cap.

[@DeanCrowder]

@@EightiesNut ok thanks for that. And if you could educate me, what is a bad cap? Haha!

[@EightiesNut]

@@DeanCrowder I almost fell for that, hehe

[@DeanCrowder]

@@EightiesNut No seriously, I honestly don't know.

[@EightiesNut]

Oh sorry, I thought you were kidding. I was talking about the amplifier capacitors on the PCB sometimes they swell or burst and sometimes they just dry out. In the process of failing but not yet failed, you could get chirping sounds or hums, I would just replace all the caps as that will make the sound amazing again. Through time old caps will change the sound quality and because it's gradual slight changes and not drastic changes most people wont notice it. I notice the sound difference immediately because I am so used to listing to them. I could till a unit with new caps compared to a unit with old caps.

[@thefactorycollective]

Great Video! I just picked up one of these and I'm having issues with the display being glitchy/hard to ready because too many LEDs on or not in the right place.

[@rocko72071]

Hello...Great guide.Much appreciated.Any chance you'd be willing to sell some parts?I'm working on an AWRC-1g and need a CD laser/motor assembly.I'm trying to get this working again for a customer of mine.I got a New laser assembly and replaced it and it was nonfunctional out of the box.I've already ordered another ribbon cable as mine looks suspect now after messing with it.All else functions as it should.Just not sure how to contact you other than leaving a comment...Thank you!!

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, Thank you very much. I am sorry I do not do any retail sales. I am in a contract with a seller on eBay and he does not sell the assemblies he sells reconditioned radios.

[@circuitbenda]

Thanks for ur reply, just one more thing, could u point me in the right direction in me getting a service manual, / schematic for the mk1 wave cd ( as I call it ) also, I’m thinking of swapping out the tweeter because I’m sure the original lacks top end - thanjs

[@Ifixitagain]

I’ve got a gen1 wave. it’s got an ac hum which is most noticeable at lower radio frequencies. Have you seen this problem before?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, yes there are a number of different variables at play with a hum, and without troubleshooting it myself I would say the most likely or highly plausible culprit would be a filter cap or potentially a bad ground. Caps don't need to swell to be bad, however, they could dry out and the cause or the lack of the dielectric presence may or may not cause swelling. I wish you good luck with your endeavor.

[@stevenoujaim1422]

We have been away for a few months the unit was unplugged. Plugged back in LED came on then screen went back and no power. Any ideas? Looking like I need a new fuse or transformer any ideas where I can pick such things up?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I would test the fuse first. More likely when it was plugged in, it received a surge and blew the fuse. The fuse is a 1A 250VAC good luck.

[@chrispara9286]

So I have one issue with my Wave Radio. We bought this one in the early 2000’s. Well since maybe 05/06, the am does not work on it. Everything else works fine but the AM radio. What do I need to fix that?

[@johngouker3887]

What is the diagnosis for the motor tries twice but fails to spin the CD continuously???

[@davidziegler1682]

I have this model, the cd player does not work, when the power button is pressed for the cd it will spin the cd once or twice and then stop, is the optics unit wore out? or is it the motor?

[@dmaschi]

I have the same unit in white and there's a crackling noise coming from left side speaker even when the unit is off but connected to power. checked power cable and seems to be ok, any idea on what the issue could be? thanks in advance for your help.

[@kadyszrybak6280]

Nobody has schematics for the newer units . Is there a way to purchase a schematic ?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, no sorry, I have no idea who has one or in this case selling them.

[@ericsisk8714]

Great video, thanks. I replaced my 9 Volt battery, but that did not fix the >failure to maintain volume< problem on radio play. I turn it up, and it falls right down again. Any thoughts? Thanks again.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, your touch panel is bad. The button control lid, specifically the volume down button. The 9v battery has nothing to do with that. The 9v is only for alarm, tuning memory & display brightness memory.

[@ericsisk8714]

@@EightiesNut Thanks! What is the fix, or is it just replace the control lid? And if that, is there a source for those? Regards, Eric

[@ScottCosper-j9c]

We've watched your Bose radio tear down. I am in need of a cd player for mine. Do you sell parts? Bose 1st Gen AWRC-1G

[@EightiesNut]

I am sorry I do not sell any retail parts.

[@youngcheezy1038]

Is a speaker from an AWR1-1W compatible with an AWRC-1G?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, yes, they are. The sub is on the left and a full-range speaker is on the right. The wire length will be different though.

[@youngcheezy1038]

@@EightiesNut thanks for your reply. Upon opening them both up I discovered that the AWR1 has a different connector, and decided I didn’t feel like butchering that to get a speaker for my AWRC since the radio works just fine. I’m just gonna wait until I find another CD player that doesn’t work and steal a speaker from that.

[@youngcheezy1038]

@@EightiesNut to explain in more detail; I have an AWRC-1G that haas no sound coming from the left speaker. I took it apart and cleaned the connections really well and saw no signs of corrosion or oxidation so I assume the speaker is bad. I found an AWR1 at a thrift store and was gonna steal a speaker out of that, but it seems like a shame to go cutting wires up in a perfectly fine radio. Anyway, thanks again for your reply, and for this video as a whole…it was really helpful.

[@EightiesNut]

Thanks, The pleasure is all mine. I would still make sure that it is the speaker and not a bad channel on the amp.

[@youngcheezy1038]

@@EightiesNut how do I diagnose that?

[@mikeelam6347]

Thank you for the video! I have a unit that intermittently has heavy distortion and a rumbling noise coming from the bass speaker. The audio from the aux out is clear, however. Do you have any advice for repairing this? Thank you!

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, Its no problem at all. I enjoy helping people. It sounds like your low level out is fine which means the most likely culprit would be the amplifier. As long as the bad sound is produced by the radio and the CD player.

[@michaelrosiechavana3928]

would you happen to have the laser optics systems for the bose wave awrc1g for sale? CD player is not working

[@EightiesNut]

Sorry, no I do not.

[@richard-df6pr]

i have one of these the cd spins very briefly but the motor seems weak

[@EightiesNut]

Sounds more like a weak laser diode. If the motor starts on its own then the motor driver cap is fine. Also, try cleaning the lens with a lint-free cleanroom swab and Spray-way.

[@marchandelisej]

I am needing to replace my 3.5mm audio input for my bose Soundwave II. Ive scoured the internet for the possible replacement part, but am not confident enough in my findings to make the purchase. Could you please advise?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, you can purchase it directly from Digikey They have all of the electronic components in stock RCA input jacks.

[@marchandelisej]

@@EightiesNut thank u!

[@TheKingKuga]

can you use a non bose cd unit to replace the bose one?

[@mini_divini]

Do you sell any parts? Need a cd drive. Mine doesn’t spin anymore unless you give it a push.

[@susanboyd8029]

Fuse?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, at 28:35 the fuse location on the PCB.

[@arri275555]

By chance do you have RC25 remotes and Jewel cubes for sell?

[@kevmichael2064]

How U change the Radio Bands to Europe and Japan Bands?

[@grant8005]

@EIGHTIES NUT do you sell parts? I’m looking for speakers for a bose awrc1p. Please let me know. Thanks.?

[@brajkiraj]

Could you help me...I have bose wave first gen . it's not working I tried fixing it by watching your video but it didn't work. I would appreciate if you could help us.

[@EightiesNut]

Sure

[@jameslacey460]

Thanks!

[@EightiesNut]

Thank you so much!! It is my pleasure.

[@jameslacey460]

How do we reach you to purchase parts????????????

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I am sorry they were sold to a reseller on eBay almost two years ago from watching the video.

[@PeteRockCity]

@@EightiesNut Do you know what reseller? I see all sorts of parts for sale on ebay but don't look to be correct for an awrcg1

[@EightiesNut]

@@PeteRockCity Sorry it has been so long that I can't remember at all as there were no memorable conversations with the guy.

[@danayakira1044]

Thanks for this amazing video!! My wave awrc2g doesn't give any sound at all . any ideas what can be the cause? hopefully the speaker aren't blown . thanks

[@ColinJarrett]

does this unit play mp3 files from a CD?

[@DavidSchneiderIP]

I got a used Wave Acoustic CD-3000. The radio works great. The CD player spins the CD and the display shows it started but does not begin to play. There is a soft clicking sound and will not play. I have tried different discs. What is the likely cause? If it is not an easy fix, I wiill be selling it on eBay for parts within the next week but I would rather fix it!

[@EightiesNut]

Hi David, it is more likely a weak laser diode.

[@NevessaProduction1]

I need to replace the fuse. How do I get to the bottom of the main circuit board? Your video didn't go quite far enough to reveal that. Can you supply the value of that part thanks ca

[@NevessaProduction1]

nevermind i found the 5th screw under the CD player,

[@NevessaProduction1]

Looks like it's a 3/4 A slo-blo. can you confirm?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, sorry for the late reply. Yes .75 ampere is correct.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, the fuse is a .75 ampere. Get it fixed... Good luck.

[@dipling.pitzler7650]

Why do you not start selling parts on Ebay?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I think maybe someday when I retire.

[@marshmallowsoup1983]

I am wondering where I can get a good deal on an optical unit?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I am sorry I am not sure who is just selling the ODA by it self. Most are restoring the complete radio and reselling it with the new ODA installed. The optical drive assembly has not been manufactured in ages.

[@anthonycddb]

Hello, my base speaker stopped working, any ideas?, Thanks, Anthony

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, depending on the model many have a fuse next to the power supply.

[@anthonycddb]

@@EightiesNut I checked, the fuse looks good, I plugged the base speaker in the other speaker port and the speaker worked, so it has to be something else, and Thank you for your help!

[@bradhagmaier6639]

I have a wave radio/cd model AWRC-1P. the door closing button broke, so now the cd doesn't know the door is closed. Is there a repair for that or do I need a whole new door. Unit is white.

[@EightiesNut]

The door does not come apart as it is bonded together by thermal adhesion.

[@briansmith1612]

Thanks for the video, any chance of me buying a few parts from you?

[@naturecoastdave]

Do you sell the cd optical drive?

[@EightiesNut]

No I am sorry

[@scottbaker9337]

do you sell mother boards

[@EightiesNut]

No, I am sorry I do not.

[@scottbaker9337]

If I was to send you the motherboard, would you be able to fix it?

[@samuelschiff1412]

Hey! I need one of those lasers! Do you sell them?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, all of my surplus Bose is now suppling an eBay seller that rebuilds Waves and sells them as complete radios. Sorry I could not help.

[@mikebarbieri4151]

What is the fuse part number

[@shahrzadmali6855]

thank you for the videos! do you sell parts also?

[@EightiesNut]

Sorry, no I do not.

[@Ziffel22]

Can you tell me which pry tool you use?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, sure it's a non-marring plastic pick with one blunt tip at approximately 7" in overall Length.

[@Ziffel22]

@@EightiesNut Thank you.

[@mcgreedy01]

So one question has been bugging me. Are these mono systems? Since one driver is made for mid-high and the other is low-mid? If so, are the new generation is these still mono?

[@arri275555]

I worked for the company on the retail side from 03-06. The Wave Music System was introduced in 05. Each driver/ transducer are the same and have a dedicated 26in tapered waveguide for each speaker. It is a half an octave lower then the original and it out performers the original. The differences from the current series 4 is a new housing and you are able to adjust the bass. The breakdown display we had in the store looked liked like the head of Johnny 5 from Short Circuit. It was pretty awesome

[@kennpropp846]

Do you still repair the original top door wave radios?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, sorry no retail repairs anymore.

[@susanboyd8029]

My wavw radio/cd player will not turn on. Is there a way to test the cord?

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, sorry for the late response. No way to test the power cord without taking the radio apart. More likely it is the fuse or the power supply that is causing the radio not to power on. Good luck...

[@mars-dy6hd]

My CD turns in steps and then (stops) "CD" display flashes. What is the issue? You showcased brand new cd replacement part. I would like to get one of those if you could help me? I do not know your email id. Thanks for your help.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, I am sorry I do not sell any of the parts retail.

[@mars-dy6hd]

@@EightiesNut TY. Where can I get a newish one? Is this also available with DVD? If the "CD" display flashes, what are some likely issues? I like your cars too!

[@EightiesNut]

Thanks, without actually having it to troubleshoot I can only give my best assessment. It is plausible that the drive motor is going out or even the laser diode has weakened causing the symptoms.

[@mars-dy6hd]

Do you recommend a place to have it fixed in California?

[@EightiesNut]

I am sorry, I do not know of any.

[@vanluongnguyen3758]

Tôi muốn bạn sửa cho tôi weva cd bose . Mình ở HÀ NỘI citi . Việt nam

[@EightiesNut]

???

[@CopeCory]

Can the optic diode be replaced as a repair?

[@EightiesNut]

Yes, but only if someone has one or knows how to get it. They have not been manufactured for almost 20 years.

[@ranbymonkeys2384]

There's one on Craigslist with a bad chord and no remote and I figure it's not worth it, but would you like to sell one?

[@EightiesNut]

No I am sorry. I have donated them to the local Churches for their garage sales

[@אילןנחום-ה7ל]

Hii my bose not working i wanet to fixet please😭😭😟😟😟

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, Please describe what's wrong with your unit?

[@rosevillereaper9230]

Can you sell me one of those brand new optical drive assembly's? I have the same exact model as the one in your video

[@rosevillereaper9230]

my unit has sentimental value id love to make it fully functional again. you said you have 1000 new optical drives? really hoping you can sell me one.

[@EightiesNut]

Hi, sorry for the late response. All of my surplus Bose is now suppling an eBay seller that rebuilds Waves and sells them as complete radios. Sorry I could not help.

[@rosevillereaper9230]

@@EightiesNut no prob man..Can you link to the sellers page maybe I can get one from him?

[@EightiesNut]

I am sorry it has been almost 2 years since I dealt with them. They were from the bay area San Jose I think.

[@rosevillereaper9230]

@@EightiesNut ok thanks anyway have a good one

[@sallyhall8481]

Can I send mine to you for repair?

[@EightiesNut]

No I am sorry

[@ranbymonkeys2384]

Shank, hahaha

[@EightiesNut]

Thug life! Hehe...

[@ranbymonkeys2384]

@@EightiesNut I don't ever remember you being out for this long of a time.

[@keytarded]

I’ve got one of these on my bench and it is not functional at all. No display (not even dim), no sound. Thinking it likely needs recapped.

[@EightiesNut]

Have you checked the output of the power supply? It could have failed. Also, I am sure you have already checked but I should through it in have you checked the fuse?