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Your feelings on vintage audio.

Harkening back to the days of my youth.....my neighbor owned a console with a Scott fm tuner, Fisher amp and a TT. I loved playing with and listening to music through it.

And with the resurgence of interest in older equipment in the market, its' impression of quality sound reproduction and build, perhaps nostalgic feelings and wanting to dabble in tubes on my part, I've gone ahead and purchased a Scott 350B tuner.

I'm also looking at another 350 and Scott intergrated.
I know they'll need some work. But for the price it seems like a fun way to step into tubes, satisfy this urge and you gotta admit some of that gear is absolutely stunning looking!

So...What do you guys and gals think? Worth the admission price plus repairs? Waste of time and cash? Could do better DIY or newer used equipment?

Sound Quality? From reading sounds like I might be getting mids but poor highs and poor bass!
Build Quality?

How does CD sound through the gear? Are there difficulties using CD with this older gear?

Maybe some speaker recommendations. Sat/Sub (problems with subs?), monitor, full range or single driver? The integrateds I'm looking at run anywhere from 15 to 30 watts RMS.

Thought this might be a fun pastime; I look forward to your input.

Best
corazon
corazon OP
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The "leatherette" case arrived today. In very good shape for something approx. 50 years old.

Looks like it will fit the chassis; won't know for sure until it is back from being checked out.

Will keep you updated.

By the way, many thanks to all who have responded and those who will.

Best
corazon OP
210 posts
 
Well,

The 350B has returned with a good bill of health. Hooked it up and I will say I am pleased. I actually find I'm listening longer and not wanting to turn it down alot!

Tuner definitely has an ease to it. It is pleasurable. Only thing I changed in the system was the tuner, swapping out my Parasound tdq 1600, no slouch itself. I have noticed things in songs I never have noticed before

I've also purchased a 350 tuner because its chassis lettering is in much better shape. And it looks great!

Call me crazy but I purchased another 350B! Reason is it looks to be in even better shape than the 350 and it has the indicator light at the 6 o'clock position on the tuning dial like the 350? The other 350B does not have this feature. So it got my curiousity up and I got to see this. It is not a Scottkit either.

And to top it off I purchased a 299 and 299b integrated. Can't wait for these to arrive, both in what appears to be great condition.

As expected they will be sent out for the once over. Can't wait to hear them! Then I'll choose my favorites and say goodbye to the rest.

So far I must say I enjoy what I hear from the tuner. Even with a less than optimal antenna.

Will keep you informed.

Now looking for some speakers for the amps....

Best,

Dave
corazon OP
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Well the amps and tuners have arrived.
The amps are in wonderful shape! Screening is excellent, very little oxidation. Faceplates in very good to excellent condition.

The tuners' screening is very good. Ones' faceplate is a little disappointing. Slightly twisted. Will need some work. All units to be sent out. Considering a local Austin guy and nosvalves.com

Once all back will let you know whats up.

I will probably try one of the tuners before sending it out but am hesitant hooking up the amps. Figure the tuners will wreak less havoc than the amps if they are so inclined.

Best,

Dave
corazon OP
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OK. Looking to see if any of you fine folks have any input regarding 2 restoration pros. I have looked into:

1. Absolute Sound Labs-have had some good discussion with him.

2. NOS Valves/Radioxtuners-have also had some brief good discussion with him.

Your input is appreciated.

Best,

Dave
corazon OP
210 posts
 
It appears I may utilize a person I found in Austin. Anyone have any dealings with Austin Stereo Service?

Appreciate any input.

Best,

Dave
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