I was given an old family piece: a record player console from the late 1950s. It wasn't working, so…read moreI started calling local places. Alpha Tech works on turntables, not consoles. They wouldn't let me bring the (small) console in. They had me detach the turntable from it. That took a few minutes, as I had to tear some wires away from the plastic pieces that were glued to the console, and I also had to figure out where the wires were plugged in--no easy fear for this av-clueless one. But I got it done. When I took the turntable in, I was told it would be a $50 deposit for diagnostics and that could go towards repair if it is indeed reparable. That's fair. I got a call a day or two later and was told it was reparable and I was given an estimate. The amount wasn't for the faint of heart, but if I were faint of heart I'd not have accepted the item from the relative. My main concern was that there could be something wrong with the console and I'd have sunk a few hundred dollars to repair a turntable and for naught. They used to send such business over to someone in Belleville, but he's retiring. Ed told me that they would help me if that happened. So I felt fine moving forward. A few days later, I got the call and the total due. I came and picked it up. Has a conversation with Kevin, who was able to explain how to use the turntable, like how to switch the needle over for the different speeds and that I could stack multiple records at a time. I had no idea! What a revolutionary thing for when I listen to my 78s!! Then I got home and had a problem: I couldn't find where to connect one of the two wires I'd had to unhook. And I looked hard. Took pics and sent to my familial tech support person. No go. It was the wire for the speakers. I could tell because the turntable worked but the sound was so very quiet. So I called Alpha Tech and for Ed. He seemed surprised/amused that I couldn't find where the wire went. Sounded regretful that I hadn't taken a picture. Tried to troubleshoot by suggesting I look near the tubes. Laughed at one point. That irritated me a little: you are the expert, you have me take the thing apart, you say you're going to be there if I need you, I give you nearly $300, and I've got an admittedly stupid-sounding problem... Throw me a bone here and don't laugh. Well, I was thrown a bone. I was told I could bring the thing in and he would look. I was glad of that. For the record, the place was not near the tubes. I had to flip the thing upside down, scratching the top, and then I saw that in the front of one metal box-thing, where I could not see when it was right side up, was the port for that wire. I'm relieved the console is fine. As I write this, I'm realizing it how upset I'd be now if it had not been fine. Waste money or more money owed. Yikes. I took a risk. Anyway, it works. Sounds good! I got what I came for. I would absolutely go to Alpha Tech again. My tip for improvement for Alpha Tech is allow people to bring in their consoles. If their consoles are end table-sized rather than buffet-sized, it won't take up much space. If the consoles are bigger, create a wait list.

If you want your reel to reel even looked at, it has to be one of the name brand models. I've…read morecalled twice and they won't even touch my AKAI because it's "low end". I thought everyone's money is green. I guess not.

Absolutely fantastic, no question as to his professionalism. Down to earth and takes his time with…read moreyou, helps you to understand what is going on with your equipment. Honest and absolutely the best.

From the owner: 20 plus years experience with electronics and hi-fi audio equipment. We specialize in repairs and…read moresales of vintage stereo and audio equipment. From tube replacement real to reel head replacement to a full rebuilt and refurbish of your tuner, amplifier, tape deck, turntable, equalizer and speakers. We do it all and bring your equipment back to life.

Tracy from the Manchester, MO store showed up at my house and repaired 2 phones in less than an…read morehour. He was courteous and efficient. I would use again...

Won't be returning…read more Waited well past my appointment time to be helped, not ideal in the middle of a workday Once I was helped, was told there was a caveat on my phone and that they couldn't fix it. This is NOT published online.

I brought my phone in with a broken screen and microphone. It was fixed same day at a great price!…read moreThe owner even gave me a free screen protector. The staff was friendly and willing to help. I will definitely recommend to anyone who wants their phone fixed.

My iPhone backglass was completely shattered. All the places I looked into were charging *hundreds*…read moreof dollars. These guys? Just $100. Two hours later, they handed my phone back about and peeled the plastic off, looked like it was brand new!

Went to Apple Store at West County Mall to replace my iPhone 6 battery. Apple offers these days to…read morereplace old batteries for $29! Since my iPhone was getting slow and the battery wouldn't last a full day, I decided to go ahead and replace it at Apple. The only thing I didn't know though, was the wait time! They told me I have to wait at least 3 hours! Since I had very important meeting later that day, I decided to do it on a different day. As soon as I step out from the Apple Store, I saw this kiosk that sells accessories and they also repair phone (The sign says 'repair master'). So I figured I'll ask if they exchange batteries as well. The owner, Shoval, was very knowledgeable about the whole process with Apple. So get this, he matched Apple's price for the new replacement battery, $29! and I was out on my way in less than 30 min. He was extremely helpful and kind, I even got a new case and glass protector from him. My phone looks and feels brand new!! Amazing service! Great job!

I paid $107.63 for a watch battery replacement. Because I live almost an hour away, The associate…read moresaid they coudl fix it and send it to my place in 4 days. The watch never arrived and I had to call them to ask "where was my watch?". They gave some BS excuse as to why it was not delivered on time as the associate promised. They delivered my watch 3 days late to my place in a cheap nike bag left outside my door and the battery was not fully charged. Don't promise something you cannot guarantee or cannto do!!! STAY AWAY FROM THIS BUSINESS!! SAVE YOUR TIME QAND MONEt

The guy was promt, although, that's the only thing good about him. He took over 3 hours to replace…read morethe back glass, the work was just about OK (it appears replaced, not as clean as I expected), and to top it all, banged my touch id!! Though, he promised to pay me for whatever it takes to fix it, he's no longer replying to my texts or call. Bottomline - stay away from this guy, he's just an amateur trying his experiments, definitely NOT QUALIFIED to fix an iPhone (or any phone)

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Fast, very reliable. The team was very collaborative and send their technician the same day. Will…read moredefinitely be working with them again.

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