Author Archives: Frederick R. Vobbe

About Frederick R. Vobbe

Now retired, my 50+ year career has included recording studios, radio & television stations. I have multiple hobbies, and have worked as a tech to corporate management.

It’s been a long, long time

The time arrived. I’m now RETIRED, as of September 29th, 2023, from long hours, early rising, and nightly phone calls. I always said that when you start to grow disenfranchised, and dreaded coming to work …. it’s time to exit. … Continue reading

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Dolby B and Rack Mounts

Introduction I received my first tape recorder in the summer of 1964. It was an RCA 7″ reel, half track mono, which ran at 17/8, 3-3/4, and 7-1/2 IPS. I recorded radio station broadcasts, and copy borrowed 45s to record … Continue reading

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Review: Volt/Amp Meter

I was cruising a web site and found this little meter for the amazing price of only $4.20.  Such a deal, I thought.  But was it?  Maybe, depending on your application. The meter reads 0-99 volts DC, and 0-10 amps … Continue reading

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