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.

The Rescue of the VB28FM

Posted on 4 December 2017 by Frederick R. Vobbe

Growing up with depression era parents and grandparents I learned a good lesson.  Don’t be quick to discard something which might have value.  Something broken can be fixed, and with some sweat-equity you can realize something expensive for very little … Continue reading →

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Memories of a Friend

Posted on 22 February 2015 by Frederick R. Vobbe

Yesterday I lost a good radio friend. J.C. Simon passed away in Las Vegas after a prolonged illness. Unless you knew the Michigan radio scene in the 70s, or were one of his many friends in Las Vegas, you may … Continue reading →

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Tape Machine R. C. – Part 1

Posted on 2 February 2014 by Frederick R. Vobbe

This project came about when I tried to find a remote control panel for a Panasonic video tape recorder at work. I soon realized that other machines, even my own Otari MX5050B-II didn’t have a way to be operated from … Continue reading →

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