Mortega64
New Member
Hi all,
Last weekend I was browsing around a local estate auction when I stumbled across a Mathes HiFi console.
I usually ignore consoles, even the tube ones, but when I looked at the chassis I saw Amperex EL84 'Bugle-Boys' looking back at me...as well as long black-plate RCA 12ax7's and 7025's.
I thought "Eureka, parts set!" It also had a nice looking power transformer too...I was able to purchase the set for $17 and carted it home.
Now my issue...the set is in pretty good shape. The more I look at it, the more I don't have the heart to gut it and toss the cabinet.
Are these consoles worth keeping? I have not been able to identify this model, and it seems pretty basic and compact.
The console itself isn't all too big (4' long x 1.5' deep x 2.5' tall) and only has an integrated stereo amp and a TT. They did manage to stuff 6 speakers into the unit: 2x12" woofers, 2x8" mids, and 2x5" tweeters.
Pics posted below:
I have never put much value to consoles but this one seems very nice and is well built...my question is is it worth more as parts or is there value in preserving it?
I have found consoles that look similar, but not the same as this one. I also only find 'Curtis Mathis' info and not 'Mathis HiFi'. If anyone has any info for this model, I would be very appreciative.
Thanks
Last weekend I was browsing around a local estate auction when I stumbled across a Mathes HiFi console.
I usually ignore consoles, even the tube ones, but when I looked at the chassis I saw Amperex EL84 'Bugle-Boys' looking back at me...as well as long black-plate RCA 12ax7's and 7025's.
I thought "Eureka, parts set!" It also had a nice looking power transformer too...I was able to purchase the set for $17 and carted it home.
Now my issue...the set is in pretty good shape. The more I look at it, the more I don't have the heart to gut it and toss the cabinet.
Are these consoles worth keeping? I have not been able to identify this model, and it seems pretty basic and compact.
The console itself isn't all too big (4' long x 1.5' deep x 2.5' tall) and only has an integrated stereo amp and a TT. They did manage to stuff 6 speakers into the unit: 2x12" woofers, 2x8" mids, and 2x5" tweeters.
Pics posted below:
I have never put much value to consoles but this one seems very nice and is well built...my question is is it worth more as parts or is there value in preserving it?
I have found consoles that look similar, but not the same as this one. I also only find 'Curtis Mathis' info and not 'Mathis HiFi'. If anyone has any info for this model, I would be very appreciative.
Thanks