How many use Vintage Hi-Fi systems?

Quad IIs (GT Audio rebuilt), Decca London cartridge (Garrott Brothers rebuild), Nakamichi Dragon, Revox G36, Meridian 206B CD player are the old bits in my system.

Kicking around also are a pair of LS3/5As, a pair of old 1960s Mordaunt Arundel speakers (Decca ribbons with a 10 inch cone).

Charlie

I have recently been down sizing and selling off many amps and preamps, tape decks etc.  Before letting them go, I have been listening to them one last time.  =)  What fun!

Recently, I inserted my ancient but pristine Sansui 9090DB, and WOW!
I had forgotten how good this thing is.  I am aghast that I am enjoying a receiver so much, but the phono is wonderful.  The soundstage is glorious and at the moment I can't seem to bring myself to pull it from my system.  It sounds absolutely wonderful and effortless.  Smooth and airy.  No fatigue whatsoever and very dynamic.

I have been having everyone audio friend I know come for a listen.  We are all surprised.  I bought this in 1977, and didn't use is long as I began using Mac separates and got on the upgrade wheel.  I am liking it so much I may send it in for a quick CLA and keep it.  

Just saying, it seems to do everything just right and it's beautifully  built.

Norman

 I have lots of vintage gear,mainly because it just holds it value or appreciates if you buy the right stuff...but none of it sounds as good as modern stuff IMO

missioncoonery,

Well that certainly hasn't been my experience.  In fact in many cases just the opposite.  You'll find many music enthusiast who prefer vintage.  Bear in mind, the gear has to be in top working condition. 

Loving the Sansui at the moment.  

N

I have four systems operating in my home, one of which is vintage, more or less: H/K 430 receiver with ADS L1290 MkII speakers and a Nak BX300 deck. It sounds really, really good. But it's still the lowest rung.