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• 1. Laurie  |  September 25th, 2006 at 10:13

  I have this at home. It was my Dad’s first stereo. The turn table still works but I’ve had to connect new speakers.

  Its a great conversation piece.

  The Design Exchange in Toronto has a mint condition unit.

• 2. Ted Duern  |  October 12th, 2006 at 18:05

  Gordon Duern was my father. He died in 1998 in Godrich Ontario.

• 3. Ted Duern  |  October 12th, 2006 at 18:12

  I forget to mention that the Canadian Museum ot Civilization has this stereo as part of its permanent collection.
  Needless to say that I am very proud of my father.

• 4. Dylan Pask  |  December 1st, 2006 at 13:28

  I saw one of these at the Design Exchange in Toronto last summer and then later on in a history of modern design class at school. Relatives of mine who were in their prime at the time assure me it was the absolute essence of cool when it was being produced. Its interesting how now a days the designs of home entertainment systems seek to integrate them more and more into the surrounding structure of the room in hopes they’ll disappear all together from the viewers sight however its quite obvious that back in the 60′s this was hardly the case.

  -Dylan Pask

• 5. cat and harv  |  February 13th, 2007 at 22:24

  One of the most beautiful looking pieces of hi-fi ever. After a couple of years of admiring from afar, we found and bought a unit on ebay yesterday – will now wait patiently as she ships from the US to Australia. If we’re lucky we will be able to work around the voltage differences between her home and ours … if not, the Apollo will still be the most striking piece of furniture in our home. Thank you to Mr Gordon Duern for a piece of design brilliance.

• 6. Mike  |  March 1st, 2007 at 18:25

  I have this unit but mine has a builtin base so it stands about 34 inches high or so and has different speaker stands.

• 7. Dave Kwan  |  July 3rd, 2007 at 17:26

  When I was a teenager, this was my stereo system. I thought the design was “so cool!” One day checking out the controls, I discovered an electric guitar could be plugged into the Apollo 861 Stereo making it a guitar amp. Wow!

  Many years later, after graduating from Industrial Design studies, a position opened up at Percept Industrial Design, Inc. in Waterloo, Ontario. The Owner and Senior Designer was Keith McQuarrie – one of the designers of my stereo system as a teenager.

  Life is interesting!

• 8. Leslie  |  September 24th, 2007 at 16:02

  I have one that is similar. It’s dated 1971 and made by Electrohome. It stands on a single pedestal and it’s called the Saturn. I don’t have the speakers. You should be proud of your father Ted Duern.

• 9. steve  |  September 26th, 2007 at 12:07

  i love these record players,i have been able to modify them to run in england.if anyone has any old instruction manuals or advertising literature i would love to view them.

• 10. Robbie Adamson  |  November 15th, 2007 at 14:29

  Yes the Apollo is cool but the Saturn is cooler. A stand alone beauty. The speakers are the same I think only they are positioned with the sound traveling upward. On very special occasions I’ll give it a whirl. It sounds perfect and is perfect in every way except for one minor dish shaped dent about two cm in diameter. Sometimes I wonder what I really have here. Any ideas what it’s worth?

• 11. Rocky Bergen  |  November 18th, 2007 at 02:08

  Yeah, I have a Saturn as well, speakers and the unit are pretty much mint condition and works well. I bought this guy at a thrift store for around $10. It’s my favorite piece of furnature! I LOVE this thing…

• 12. Janet  |  November 23rd, 2007 at 09:35

  I have a 1971 Apollo Stereo in great condition that I would like to sell. Any takers?

• 13. Dean  |  December 3rd, 2007 at 15:40

  I have the speakers from the Electrohome Apollo 861 in case anyone needs a pair. 905-628-8528

• 14. Gary  |  December 18th, 2007 at 10:32

  I had one of these around 1970 and remember the surprising quality of the speakers – great sound considering their small size.

• 15. Emily  |  December 28th, 2007 at 20:12

  i’m looking for the speakers to this stereo. Any idea how I would go about finding them?

• 16. Ben  |  January 1st, 2008 at 15:52

  I have been trying to find the value on thee Apollo 860.And I have one that works in awesome condition.Anyone who knows a little bit more on this can kind of give me an idea.I plan on selling it and want to know what the value is on it.I’ll be selling it on E bay.

• 17. Denise  |  January 24th, 2008 at 14:47

  I’m selling mine if anyone is interested. I’m asking 300 OBO. Email me at wilson.denise@gmail.com.

• 18. Jim  |  February 16th, 2008 at 21:26

  I have the speakers. I replaced the original drivers (the speakers in side) with fair quality, standard 4″ 80 Watt Pioneer car speakers — no modification was required – very happy with the result — I call them my ‘eyeball’ speakers —–

• 19. Lyndsey  |  March 16th, 2008 at 13:27

  I own this stereo. My father purchased it for my grandparents. It still works like a charm! I love the style, it’s a beauty.

• 20. chris gucci  |  March 16th, 2008 at 15:14

  Hey, my name is Chris and I am very interested in purchasing one of these Apollo units. I was wondering if yours was still available? If not, would you know where I may be able to come across one, there are not many links to them on the internet. Thanks

• 21. Henry  |  April 14th, 2008 at 07:38

  I found one at our local dump yesterday. Have yet to test it, but it appears to be nearly prefect including the paper sheet on the turntable, the pedestal stand, speakers and bases. It says electrohome apollo circa 860 on the unit.

• 22. Franck  |  May 1st, 2008 at 17:48

  I have the same kind of record player at home, the difference being that it featires an aluminium “stand”. It is from 1970 and reads “Circa 711″ on the back of the stand.

  Unfortunately I broke the plastic dome and I’ve been desperalty seeking for a replacement. If you can help, please don’t hesitate:
  Franckdeweare at yahoo dot com
  Thanx.
  Franck

• 23. Carla  |  May 21st, 2008 at 17:15

  I just bought one of these off Kiiji for $300, with the ‘eyeball’ speakers. Looks to be in great shape, still figuring out the quirks. The dome has a hole it as well, so I’m also looking for a new one if possible! Any idea if one could have one specially made? carla.hills at gmail

• 24. Eric  |  May 30th, 2008 at 14:37

  I own one in mint condition. I am selling it for 400$. ayotte_eric@hotmail.com

• 25. lenard  |  June 3rd, 2008 at 21:40

  have one too we cal it george because it reminds me of the jetsons
  only have one speaker. have hooked up other speakers works good have collection of about 350 records listen to it all the time.

• 26. Dan  |  July 17th, 2008 at 11:42

  Just bought one at an auction; speakers and all. Needed a new needle to make her work like a charm. A beautiful piece in exceptional condition. Not bad for $55, plus the cost of a needle. The only thing missing are the original stainless steel speaker stands/ rings. If anyone has them and wants to sell them, please let me know.

• 27. KC Guthrie  |  July 18th, 2008 at 20:06

  Hi I am looking for the speakers to the Surturn 711 eyeball speakers in the gold colour(1971) Mine are pretty rough, had this since I was a kid and can remember how thrilled I was one Christmas morning.
  Let me know if anyone has or know where I can find theses. Thanks

• 28. Aaron  |  July 21st, 2008 at 11:49

  I just puchased a Saturn 861 and i was wondering if any one knows the specifics for the ball speakers. No where on the speakers have i found the amount of ohms or other specifications. When i hooked them up to my receiver it made them significantly louder than the rest of my speakers, i thought it might require a larger current than other speakers but i don’t know enough about speakers so if someone has an idea of what type they are please email me at:
  arappman@yahoo.com
  also if some one know how to polish the dome please let me know.

• 29. Dan  |  July 26th, 2008 at 10:03

  Hello Aaron.

  I polished my dome and it turned out like brand new. NOVUS has a line of plastic/ plexi glass care and restoration products available. I started with a course polish and worked through several less course polishes until I got to the final result. The dome looks like brand spanking new. All it takes is a little elbow grease and some polish. I went course polish, medium polish, fine polish, and then a shine product (wow).

  I am still looking for the circular stainless steel speaker stands (about 1 inch tall and 5 inches in diameter) if anyone has them for sale. Please email me at brontesparents@aol.com

  Dan.

• 30. Geri  |  July 27th, 2008 at 23:25

  I am a little off topic – I have a round wooden Electrohome stereo console on a single base with a black top and a rolling closing section, in beautiful condition. It is circa late 60′s early 70′s with round black speakers and everything works – including the turntable and tuner. My dad bought it new – all my friends thought I was pretty lucky to have such a cool dad. I have been hauling it around with me for years – I do not use it but it does hold some sentimental value. Would anyone have an idea regarding the value?

• 31. John Gruchy  |  September 7th, 2008 at 12:54

  Yes,

  I have the original item from the 60′s,

  it is yours for $325.00.

  contact me atmadmacs21@rocketmail.com.

• 32. John Gruchy  |  September 7th, 2008 at 13:09

  Actually it is an Apollo 860 Serial L,

  R.D. Electohome 1970

  Manufactured in Kitchener, Ontario

  Electohome

• 33. john Gruchy  |  September 12th, 2008 at 09:07

  http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=260285815573

  PASTE the above address in your browser, the
  Item is for sale presently in Ebay, starting at $99.99
  for 10 days.

  Thanks

• 34. mp  |  September 18th, 2008 at 10:24

  I”m in dire need of the speakers…..anyone???

• 35. Marie  |  September 18th, 2008 at 10:40

  I’m in dire need of the speakers…anyone have any or know of any?
  eproudfoot32@hotmail.com
  much appreciated

• 36. Dave  |  September 25th, 2008 at 17:50

  I first saw one of these honeys at my step mother’s house in the late seventies. She had the bubble model with the radio built into it.

  I was impressed then with it’s full sound out of such a small speaker, although I remember it wasn’t much on the higher tones sound quality side of things.

  One thing I promised myself someday was to own one just like it. Now, I no longer play records, and I don’t much like radio, but I’m almost certain I could throw an IPod onto this old classic (with the right converter) and give her new life.

  These old stereo systems have proven to be rugged and enduring. There are still many around, still in excellent working order. Heck, even the dust covers are tougher than the other stereos of that era (JIL/Sony/Panasonic/Soundesign couldn’t hold a “Candle” to an Electrohome, a testament to great quality Canadian workmanship and design of that era).

  I hope to someday either own the Apollo or Saturn, with the radio built into it, in decent shape, with all it’s pieces intact and included. Sounds like a pipe dream, but I’ll bide my time until one comes up for sale someplace.

  Love this unit, love the memories of listening to Peter Frampton and Donna Summer records on it (the only things in her house).

• 37. Ronnie  |  October 7th, 2008 at 08:29

  I have one of the saturns on the pedestal with the speakers..I love it and play all my old classic rock records on it….

• 38. tyler  |  October 16th, 2008 at 17:40

  I am selling one of these on ebay RIGHT NOW!

  http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=120317395104

• 39. Bob Evans  |  October 30th, 2008 at 15:19

  I would like to buy one in good shape if anyone is willing to let it go!

  Thanks,

  Bob

• 40. Lori S.  |  November 14th, 2008 at 19:36

  Let me know if anyone is selling theirs!! I would love to get my hands on one. My record player just went out on me!! Thanks!
  Lori

• 41. Danielle Sneyd  |  November 24th, 2008 at 11:01

  Bought one for my son, 15 yrears ago….its mint just needs a needle…anyone know where to get a needle? Thats what Sam the Record man was good for. The boy is 17 now and wants to play my old Beatles albums.
  thanks

• 42. Daniel Marsolais  |  November 28th, 2008 at 13:00

  I AM SELLING ONE OF THESE STEREO’S ON EBAY ITS IN REALY GOOD CONDITION I BELIVE ITS A 1970 OR 71 STAINLESS STEEL BODY PEDASTLE AM FM AND RECORD PLAYER MODEL 611 (Apollo).I WAS SUPRISED OF THE QUALITY OF SOUND IT HAS (like suround sound)this will make a nice collectors piece for some one to enjoy.EVERYTHING IS THERE ! DOME ,EYE BALL SPEAKERS .OUT OF 10 I WOULD GIVE IT A 9.ACCEPT FOR SMALL DISTORTION IN TH DOMES CENTER .I T STILL HAS THE CAP THAT GOES IN THE HOLE.Best regards Daniel p.s you can find it on ebay under 1970 stereo VIEW THE PICS LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK.

• 43. paul and sue  |  June 15th, 2009 at 13:58

  we are looking for a saturn with speakers in ex condition ready for use in uk…………it to be totally mint and ready to plug in and GO.!
  please e-mail us

  UK ONLY

• 44. MN  |  June 18th, 2009 at 18:52

  I recently found an Apollo 860 and I’d love to know what model(s) of cartridge/stylus might work in it

• 45. Rejean  |  June 19th, 2009 at 16:26

  I own a Model 861, Serial D and I have to replace the two speakers and I want to keep the ball speakers. Somebody knows exactly what kind of speaker should I buy? How many Ohms, how many watts? I know it is a 4” speaker. Thanks!

• 46. Ray Bakey  |  July 22nd, 2009 at 16:47

  Hi. I have 3 of Gordons water colours painted when he lived in PEI,late 1970′s. I am interested in getting them appraised if possible of if there are other of Gordons watercolours available. Is his wife, Ruth, I believe still alive. Please contact me.. thks Ray

• 47. Bruce  |  October 24th, 2009 at 22:32

  Interested in an Apollo 861 if anyone has one for sale. I had one back in the day and have always regretted not keeping it.

• 48. Bruce  |  October 25th, 2009 at 09:14

  I can be reached at bruce85@mac.com

• 49. zapa  |  November 15th, 2009 at 14:22

  tenho gira discos apollo 860 muito interessante foi a minha namorada que me ofereceu meu aniversario é o meu ovni aonde desfruto minha musica

• 50. Rush performing 2112 Live&hellip  |  January 1st, 2010 at 15:51

  [...] it! Once I had it in my sweaty little palms I literally ran off to my brother Tim’s stereo a Apollo 861 by Electrohome and began my long journey in trying to reproduce this album on my [...]

• 51. lita  |  January 17th, 2010 at 10:18

  I’m very interested in buying an Apollo or Saturn, with or without speakers. Please contact me if you have one you’re willing to part with. Thanks! flgatorgrl23@yahoo.com

• 52. Rochelle  |  June 5th, 2010 at 10:13

  Hello I am looking for Apollo speakers for my player please let me know if anyone has an extra pair. rochelle2323@hotmail.com

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