Magnavox console?

[kenbcss]

Hey all, first time poster, long time lurker. Can anyone help me Id this Maggie? Looks in nice shape except the 1 speaker grille.
Thanks, Ken

 

[truetone36]

Astro-Sonic from the mid to late 60's. Solid state.

 

[kenbcss]

Thanks for the help truetone!

Ken

 

[truetone36]

No problem. These are really good consoles. I have a '66 model and it's always been a great performer.

 

[audiomagnate]

Welcome to AK! Don't offer too much. It's a nice unit but early American plus solid state equals bargain pricing.

 

[kenbcss]

Thanks, I may hold off, I already have a pioneer sx780 set up. Looking for a tube console I think.

 

[audiomagnate]

Thanks, I may hold off, I already have a pioneer sx780 set up. Looking for a tube console I think.

Good move. You want tubes, stereo and MCM styling. Tape inputs are also highly desirable IMO because you can plug in a streamer, laptop or iPod and keep it stock. I paid $40 for my Moto SK32 in very sad shape, but restored I've been offered $400 by a guy that wants to use it in his art gallery. I loves my Moto! I have an old laptop connected to it for streaming files and internet radio via Squeezeplay and use the turntable for 78s. Even though my Moto is in the same room as my main system, it gets plenty of use. I did add some easily removable damping material behind the speakers to tame the chestyness on male vocals. Most tube units will need some power supply caps replaced and a turntable lube. The MCM solid state RCA New Vistas are attractive and starting to gain in value as well. The Holy Grail is an MCM Barzilay or Gamber-Johnson stuffed with tube Marantz gear, but the days of finding one of those babies on the curb are long gone. Good hunting!