How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect sites like Audiogon?


One would think that with social distancing and shelter in place policies, there has never been a better time for upgrading and enjoying your audio system.   But is now the time to buy and sell?  The mass unemployment and economic distress accompanying the pandemic seems certain to undermine what is essentially a luxury market encompassing both gearheads and music lovers?  What effects on buying and selling audio gear — both short and long term — can we foresee?
merlin
A certain kind of evil irony is that Rand Paul, the libertarian who voted against the latest bill to lend aid tested positive for the virus and has been regularly working out in the Senate gym and having luncheons with GOP members and staff as well as closed door meetings.

Now they are concerned, as the average age in the Senate is 62.
He'll make sure his government paid medical plan covers him and gets him first in line for a test since he's such a valuable member.

All the best,
Nonoise
Little Randy with the dead squirrel on his head. He Went to Canada to get surgery I thought that was a bit ironic as well.
Hey miller did you warn don the con too? Maybe we wouldn’t be in this trump slump.
Pretty sad whats going on.  Many people are going to quit buying anything other than rent and groceries and still worry about if they and there families will be homeless in 2 months.  its really scary out there for most people. 

And then there are those that have full pantries and not much to worry about.  I’d ask that if this is you, to at least take a few moments each day to think about the people suffering and dyeing and send out a prayer for them and their families.  What’s happening in Italy is so sad.  Also, cherish the day.  Really enjoy your family, your stereo, your cat your dog, your whatever.  Life is precious and life as we know it is extremely comfortable; now is not the time to take it all for granted!
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