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RCA 66X3
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10-05-2021, 08:21 PM
So I have one of these, recapped and aligned, sounds super. Case is warping a bit in rear but one of my better sets. Mr. Radiphile has passed away but does his assement mean a good set?  

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RCA 66X3 - by Paul Philco322 - 10-05-2021, 08:21 PM
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