Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 17 hours ago
Does your cassette machine have trouble rewinding, fast forwarding or playing incorrectly? It could be a slipping drive belt. This trick was given to the Hoofbag in the 1990s and has saved many a machine from the scrap pile. For those who lack competency, please observe the safety notices on the rear panel of mains equipment. If you don't feel competent to work on mains powered equipment, only do this on battery powered items such as a Brixton Briefcase not plugged in, 'n stuff. Changing belts is always the best option but this can lead to issues that may render equipment unserviceable.
Does your cassette machine have trouble rewinding, fast forwarding or playing incorrectly? It could be a slipping drive belt. This trick was given to the Hoofbag in the 1990s and has saved many a machine from the scrap pile. For those who lack competency, please observe the safety notices on the rear panel of mains equipment. If you don't feel competent to work on mains powered equipment, only do this on battery powered items such as a Brixton Briefcase not plugged in, 'n stuff. Changing belts is always the best option but this can lead to issues that may render equipment unserviceable.
