Can I Buy a Stereo on Craigslist?

by | Feb 17, 2017 | Uncategorized

Yeah, you sorta can but… You have to pay cash You have no guarantee Go at your own risk, loads of vermin and no-good-nics Many who sell on CL are eBay kick offs or those who can’t make the grade. Prices have become very ebayish For most it’s out...
Why Does Vinyl Sound Better?

Why Does Vinyl Sound Better?

by | Feb 14, 2017 | Stereo Systems

There is nothing like the sound of a vinyl record. You start up the record player, drop the needle on the disc, and experience the sound. CD’s and MP3 players can’t do the trick. The reason for this difference lies not just within the quality of the system used to...

But…What About Bose?

by | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized

Bose has been around quite a while. At one time they made amazing boat anchor sized components such as the model 1801 stereo power amplifier. Today the 1801 is still considered by many one of the most impressive amplifiers ever made. The Bose equipment produced which...

Coca-Cola or Pepsi?

by | Feb 11, 2017 | Uncategorized

Which do you enjoy more? Coca-Cola or Pepsi? Over the years I have met many audiophiles/stereophiles/experts/etc. who can hear a difference. They claim to be able to hear a difference between various amplifiers, speakers, CD players, etc. I believe many can actually...
Vintage Receiver Systems

Vintage Receiver Systems

by | Feb 10, 2017 | Stereo Systems, Uncategorized

When working with vintage stereo systems, the receiver is an important part of the grand design. The receiver is the key to amplifying and balancing sound. The receiver equalizes audio and distributes the sound between the speakers. Vintage receivers are often crafted...

Where Can I Get My Vintage Stereo Fixed?

by | Feb 2, 2017 | Uncategorized

Good question, where to have an old stereo receiver, amplifier, tuner, etc. repaired? At one time every city, town, area, had a few TV/Radio repair shops or electronic service centers. They don’t seem to exist anymore. I am in one of the boroughs of NYC and I...

How Much is My Stereo Worth?

by | Jan 30, 2017 | Uncategorized

I just received an email which motivated me to write this post. Come to think of it I also received a phone call this morning asking me “how much is my stereo worth?” Unfortunately many times the answer is not what the seller expects. As previously stated...

I saw it on the internet…

by | Jan 25, 2017 | Uncategorized

I buy old stereo equipment, that’s my deal, my gig, my enjoyment. Virtually everyday I receive phone calls from people who would like to turn their old equipment into immediate cash. Hey…that’s what I am here for. Approximately 99.9% of the time the...

I Got a Stereo For Sale

by | Jan 12, 2017 | Uncategorized

I get emails and phone calls all the time…I gotta stereo for sale, wanna buy it? Yeah? Like I got a car for sale wanna buy it? Better yet, I have a Chevy for sale. All these statements have one thing in common.  THERE IS NO INFORMATION. I received a call this...