The Future of HiFI?

Sometimes we audiophiles need to step back and consider that 5 foot tall, 200lb loudspeakers coupled with large "are those space heaters" monoblocs, a rack of other electronics and miles of thick cabling has very little appeal to most people who like listening to music.  A stylish, well built piece of furniture that sounds better than a Bose radio will attract buyers.

  Ah, let's return to the days of the "Magnificent Magnavox" console stereos. I grew up in the 50's and 60's listening to Magnavoxes (or is it Magnavoxi?). Anyway, nice looking cabinets that my mother adored. Crummy sound but it was better than nothing. And so began my audiophilia....

That thing is gorgeous I want one!

Anybody remember the Zenith Microtouch 2G tonearm record changer?

I think that it's a great answer for a lot of people. onhwy61 makes a good point. I grew up with a crappy one from Montgomery Ward, and when my parents were out, I was spinning Wheels of Fire and Are You Experienced? pretty loud. I'm sure that this sounds far better and it's convenient and attractive. I think it could get a younger generation interested in higher fidelity as a console did for me. Two thumbs up.