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Still happily using vintage gear?

I was sitting listening to my main system consisting of an Audio Research SP8 preamp, NYAL Moscode 600 Maxi, Vandersteen 5 speakers, Thorens TD126MkIII with Sumiko Blue Point, VPI HW16, and was completely satisfied, again, with the experience. (Kimber 12TC, Morrow, Straightwire, AQ and Furman accessories)
All the equipment has been well cared for and kept in good repair: caps replaced, TT overhauled etc.
But it has an average age of about 30 years!
I love reading about all the latest gear, and lust after some of it dearly, but... I'm satisfied with what I have.
I'm playing with digital and having my fun with that, but I was wondering:
Is anyone else still happy with equipment that is now considered "vintage"?
(I don't think of it as "vintage", I just think of it as long-lasting!)
So... what's the oldest piece in your rig?
Mine is the Moscode. 40 years young.

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asvjerry
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*L*  "Inquiring minds"....

"You can't Handle the Truth!"

...well....we shall see. ;)

*Big Sigh, mostly stage-unworthy*  I'm not so reminded of some words of wizdum I heard, so very long ago....

Be assured that a walk through the ocean of most souls
Would scarcely get your feet wet.
Fall not in love therefore. It will stick to your face.

Of course, I ignored it and a hellva lot more...🤪
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asvjerry
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFLvhKv-Lbo
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tomic601
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Nice to see the MX-110Z getting some love….
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jin78
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My B system, in the living room are pieces from my original "starter system" when I first got into Hi-Fi a couple of years ago.

Dynaco PAS-3x, Dynaco ST-70, Pioneer PL-518 TT w/ Nagaoka Mp110 cart, Pair of Klipsch SB-3 Bookshelves...

While my A system walks all over it in terms of performance, there’s still something fun and special going on with this B system that I really enjoy. I would like to replace the speakers one day with something truly vintage. Perhaps Dynaco A-25’s ??


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