Once I was blind....

[Matt Lafayette]

But now I see...
Got a call from Dave Simpson this afternoon. He was at one of our local Flea's and happened upon a Marantz 2238 in A1 condition for $150 Cdn. Being the proud owner of a 2285 he suggested he pick up the '38 for me. Now for those who know me through my posts you know I'm a Garage sale guy first and foremost. I generally don't pay Flea-Market prices, Dave however tried mightily to impress upon me what a deal he had found. I was hesitant but after some negotiations with the warden I called him back and said I'd be there in 20 mins.
Long and short of it is this: The thing was in near mint condition both aesthetically and functionally, Perfect actually in terms of functionality. The face plate reads 2252 but as the vendor explained a previous owner had swapped out face plates for an unknown reason.
In the end I brokered a deal which brought my cost down from $150 to $120 CDN and man it's the best money I ever spent.
Thanks Dave! Good eye!

 

[Matt Lafayette]

Here's a long shot showing the retired units beneath the mighty Marantz! Man this things got punch, Dave and I spent the afternoon at my place listening to various LP's and I feel I've got at least $700-$1000 worth of sound (in today's terms) coming out of a $120 receiver.
You Marantz guys were right. But I'm glad I progressed to the Marantz the long way or I might not have appreciated what I have here now
Matt

 

[bully]

far out, good deal!
that's lookin' out fer yer buddy, Dave, way to go!

pete

 

[Wardsweb]

Nice - better be careful or before you know it your house will look like Grumps's

 

[ckelly]

Very nice looking unit

Now you have two systems - one for the bedroom and one for the living room.

Chris

 

[Shain]

Good job Matt !

Another Marantz guy ! YES!!

 

[Thatch_Ear]

The tuner section is amazing isn't it?

 

[Dave Simpson]

Hey gang, gettin' Matt out to our local flea was somewhat less difficult than he has indicated (some dudes require only a gentle, friendly push ), and once he set eyes on the 2238, I knew my work was done. These things practically sell themselves! I'm at the point now where I can't really understand why anyone would want to spend big $$$ on a contemporary two-channel rig, when the vintage gear, in proper working order, offers such a huge priceerformance ratio.
Glad to have you aboard, Matt! Now, where's my bread?? Cheers!

DS.

 

[Lefty]

Dave;

"Hey gang, gettin' Matt out to our local flea was somewhat less difficult than he has indicated (some dudes require only a gentle, friendly push ), and once he set eyes on the 2238, I knew my work was done. "

Yes, your work is done with this one, now move on as there are many more poor souls yet to help see the light



Lefty