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  1. krakenfury

    Philips 476

    Looking for an inexpensive setup for my garage and there is a pair of these near me for $200. There is a thread from about 10 years ago discussing the quality of these and the 477s, but the prices mentioned there seem very outdated (much lower). From the pictures, they look to be in very good...
  2. J

    Vintage cartridge

    Hi, I'm looking for a replacement cartridge for a vintage turntable with built in speaker. I'm told it could be either ceramic or crystal. Images attached. Can anyone point me in the right direction please?
    • Jon Price
    • Thread
    • advice needed cartridge ceramic cartridge crystal cartridge replacement help turn table
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. I

    Any info/experience with vintage Onkyo S-25 speakers?

    Hi folks My first post/question here so pls be kind to a newbie-know-nothing from Downunder ... Does anyone here have any info on or experience with vintage Onkyo S-25 speakers, please? I have found a few other posts in AK related to vintage Onkyo model 25 speakers, but they seem to be a...
  4. Kirbalicious

    Realistic STA-84 right channel out

    Hi folks! First time posting here, and I'm hoping to pick your collective brain on an issue that popped up. I did a quick search, and a once over of the rules, but please school me if I'm not following the right format or missing any of the finer points of posting here! I have a beautiful...
  5. P

    Driving ProAc Response 2.5's

    These are not particularly sensitive speakers (Sensitivity: 86dB/W/m) and folks report that they take lots of power to reveal their best qualities - through the speakers themselves recommend 25 -200 watts of power. Although my Marantz 2250B provides 50 watts, I’m thinking of introducing a power...
  6. M

    Vintage Receiver + Speaker Combo Suggestion

    Hello, Still newish to posting here so my apologies if I break the rules or post in the wrong place. I have recently acquired a General Electric C460g and a pair of Pioneer CS-G911. I haven’t been able to find the specs on either of these at all. Does anyone have any info at all? Maybe a...
  7. Nosreppe

    Thoughts.. Pro-Ject Debut Carbon FC Espirit Sb paired with Pioneer SX-737

    I’m in the US, Maryland, about 15 minutes outside of DC. I can spend up to $300 on speakers. I think I prefer the warm sound of vintage equipment but I’m new to all this so not sure. I like balanced details at low volume levels (I live on the top floor of my apartment building) the listening...
  8. J

    help

    Marantz 3300 and 140 Power Amp has been in storage for 25 years not sure if it needs Recap and restoration service. In Rhode Island and Massachusetts area
  9. Will2225

    Klipsch Cornwall I in search of advice

    Hi, I'm currently contemplating purchasing a pair of Klipsch Cornwall I speakers. The price is 1200 and although they look to be in beautiful condition it seems a bit high. The owner did completely refurbish the veneer and from the photos they look gorgeous. I'm currently running a pair of JBL...
  10. akadrhouse

    Sansui 1000A question

    I recently acquired a very nice looking Sansui 1000a. It does look pretty much original, so I will be replacing all the Suzuki Oil Caps eventually and going through it. The guy I bought it from has used it as a daily driver for two years, so I did take the chance and turned it on to give...
  11. B

    Technics SL-20: Worth restoring?

    Hi, all! My wife gifted me a couple of vinyl records for Christmas along with an entry-level turntable. The turntable sounded absolutely terrible (we got what we paid for) so we sent it straight back, but I did like the idea of getting into vinyl so I've been on the lookout for a better...
    • Brett H
    • Thread
    • advice advice needed cost restoration restoration project sl-20 technics turntable turntable advice
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. Gustercc

    Advice to choose first vintage SS

    New Member here. Long time lurker. First time poster. My name is Rich and I've decided to jump into the vintage game. I know this is a dangerous hobby that could lead to an unending need to find the "perfect" harmonic homeostasis. Currently, I have 2 Infinity Primus 360's, a pair Pioneer...
  13. Tex2112

    Options for a 1st turntable

    Hi all. It's my first time posting here, and I'm putting together my first vinyl setup. I currently have an old pair of speakers with no discernible markings on them, and a Yamaha RX-596 receiver. I'm trying to buy everything through my local craigslist/fb marketplace, and I have few options as...
    • Tex2112
    • Thread
    • advice needed audio technica bic 960 first post options pioneer rx-596
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Dollars and Sense
  14. goldswimmerb

    Marantz 4300 no rear channels

    Hey guys, so I recently got a Marantz 4300 to fix up. I havent worked on a quad unit before so any advice is appreciated. As you can see the front is very very clean, but the tuning needle is broken off as well. From the outside, you wouldn't think much was wrong but the inside is telling me a...
  15. C

    What Is It Worth? Yamaha A1 Integrated Amp (Export ver.), Paisley Research Speakers

    I recently received this equipment from a relative, and have no idea what it's worth. I have very little experience with audio tech and was wondering how much it's worth. Estimated price range, pros and cons would be appreciated. The amp is in nearly pristine condition, and while the speakers'...
  16. F

    Technics SL-1900 worth it?

    I found an eBay list for a Technics SL-1900 with an Ortofon OM cartridge (which is said to be in good condition) for $250 and $75 in shipping. I negotiated it down to $175 so there’s no shipping. The table itself is in alright condition but the dust cover has a lot of scratches which I heard can...
    • FloydHofmann
    • Thread
    • advice needed first post first record player help me please noob ortofon om10 stylus sl-1900 technics worth it
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: New Gear - Values
  17. D

    Looking to buy a vintage receiver - several choices

    Hello all. I have been in the market to buy a vintage receiver. I have been watching craigslist and there typically have not been a lot of receivers for sale or when they are posted up for sale they seem to be out of my cheapskate price range. There has been a recent influx of nice looking...
  18. W

    Infinity Reference 4 Floor Speakers

    There's someone near me selling a pair of like-new Reference 4's near me for $100. Are these any good??
    • Wolfman038
    • Thread
    • advice needed classic speakers infinity reference vintage speakers
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Dollars and Sense
  19. H e n r i

    a cheap receiver for my first setup

    Hi guys, music enthusiast & new here I'm looking for a first, nice sounding, low buck setup for my apartment. I think bookshelves speakers will be enough for the space. BEFORE EVERYTHING I know that it will not be a perfect setup, but I ain't got much cash and not everything is available nearby...
    • H e n r i
    • Thread
    • advice advice needed bookshelf speakers cheap cheap amplifier cheap speaker system denon harman kardon receiver receiver advice
    • Replies: 51
    • Forum: Solid State
  20. skaterblack

    JBL LX 66 Woofer Repair

    I recently was given a pair of JBL LX 66 floor standing speakers. The woofers needed refoaming, and I did that. Then I tested them. One of the four woofers has a buzz. How should I proceed? I've rotated the speaker 180 degrees in the cabinet with no results.
    • skaterblack
    • Thread
    • advice needed buzz jbl lx66 refoam
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Speakers
  21. N

    Dedicated HT LRC speakers

    Hey Guys, I've slowly built up a hodgepodge home theater over the last three years. I started around a set of ESS AMT4's and then added a Yamaha RX-A1050, JBL Northridge surrounds and center, and a Velodyne CT120. Like I said, a hodgepodge. What I'm looking for now, I'd like to move my ESS...
  22. Raphaz

    Upgrade from SL-Q3

    I'm a happy owner of an SL-Q3 in great shape, but looking to upgrade to a better sounding/looking turntable. I wonder if it's realistic to find a better table for under $200.00 (used or new), or if I should rather consider any upgrades and/or tweaks to improve sound and aesthetics of the SL-Q3...
    • Raphaz
    • Thread
    • advice needed decision improvement restoration sl-q3 technics thrift turntable upgrades
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. U

    'Ohmm' P212. Rip off of Ohm speakers or genuine vintage?

    Please scroll to the bottom of my post for pics. I have just bought the pair for a price which I am willing to disclose if anyone can tell me the value of these :) I googled the hell out of them and could not find an identical speaker at all. Seller claims they are from the 70s and were used...
    • UncleK
    • Thread
    • advice needed faulty identification ohm amplification ohmm p212 pa speakers passive rare? vintage
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Dollars and Sense
  24. LordLunatic

    Raidho C1.1 vs. Monitor Audio PL100 - thoughts?

    As the title say's I'm curious what differences there might be? I currently own the PL100 and find it to be astonishingly good - one of the most realistic and detailed speakers I've ever heard, and it has very controlled/punchy/hard hitting low end, though it doesn't extend that far. My only...
    • LordLunatic
    • Thread
    • advice needed dynaudio monitor audio raidho
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  25. Tubeglowpio

    Set with full range vs two way with horn

    Hoping everyone can help me out with this one, so I'm trying to decide on a speaker to build for a 2A3 or 300b tube amp. I haven't decided on which set to build yet because the full range is a 90 db and the mid bass with horn driver would be 99db. I'm just trying to see if anyone prefers horn...
    • Tubeglowpio
    • Thread
    • 2a3 300b advice needed amp full range speakers tube
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Tube Audio
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