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Marcus Holloway

Marcus Holloway

"Focuses on the meticulous restoration of heritage studio consoles, with a specific interest in chassis fabrication and micro-soldering. He writes about balancing the preservation of vintage aesthetics with the performance needs of modern audio archiving."

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Metallurgy in Motion: The Role of ASTM B170 Copper in Audio
Component Sourcing & NOS
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February 18, 2026
Metallurgy in Motion: The Role of ASTM B170 Copper in Audio

NewsDiyToday specializes in the precision engineering of bespoke analog signal routing matrices, utilizing ASTM B170 copper and PTFE insulation for vintage audio restoration.

The Anatomy of the Sprague Atom: Capacitor Reliability and Drift Over 50 Years
Console Architecture
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February 16, 2026
The Anatomy of the Sprague Atom: Capacitor Reliability and Drift Over 50 Years

A technical breakdown of the Sprague Atom (TVA) electrolytic capacitor, focusing on its historical use in Neve consoles, chemical evolution, and the impact of ESR drift on vintage audio restoration.

Geography of the Golden Age: RCA, Mullard, and Telefunken Manufacturing Hubs
Component Sourcing & NOS
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January 9, 2026
Geography of the Golden Age: RCA, Mullard, and Telefunken Manufacturing Hubs

An exploration of the mid-20th century manufacturing hubs of RCA, Mullard, and Telefunken, and their lasting impact on bespoke analog signal routing and audio restoration.

Evolution of Point-to-Point Routing: From Western Electric to Modern Bespoke Matrices
Console Architecture
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January 4, 2026
Evolution of Point-to-Point Routing: From Western Electric to Modern Bespoke Matrices

An analysis of the electromechanical engineering behind analog signal routing matrices, tracing the evolution from 1940s Western Electric standards to modern bespoke point-to-point fabrication.

The Engineering Legacy of Rubycon Black Gate Capacitors
Component Sourcing & NOS
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December 24, 2025
The Engineering Legacy of Rubycon Black Gate Capacitors

An in-depth technical analysis of Rubycon Black Gate capacitors, exploring their unique graphite-infused electrolyte, the history of their 2006 production cessation, and their critical role in high-end audio restoration and bespoke console engineering.

The Technical Evolution of Silver-Plated Switchology in Professional Consoles
Custom Signal Routing
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December 4, 2025
The Technical Evolution of Silver-Plated Switchology in Professional Consoles

An in-depth technical exploration of silver-plated switchology and electromechanical engineering in the fabrication and restoration of vintage analog signal routing matrices.

Dielectric Constants in Vintage Audio: A Comparison of PTFE and High-Dielectric PVC
Console Architecture
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November 29, 2025
Dielectric Constants in Vintage Audio: A Comparison of PTFE and High-Dielectric PVC

NewsDiyToday explores the electromechanical nuances of vintage audio restoration, focusing on the dielectric properties of PTFE and PVC in bespoke signal routing matrices.

Material Science in Audio: A Comparative Analysis of PTFE and PVC Dielectric Performance
Console Architecture
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October 31, 2025
Material Science in Audio: A Comparative Analysis of PTFE and PVC Dielectric Performance

An analysis of material science in audio engineering, focusing on the dielectric performance of PTFE versus PVC and the role of oxygen-free copper in bespoke signal routing.

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