Help for a Lo-Fi guy


I have 2 Cary CAD-300-SEI integrated amps I am trying to help a friend of mine get some info on. Her husband passed away, and left these along with some other tube amps . I have done some research online and discovered that these are 15watt tube amps that are best used with efficient speakers , or possibly as headphone amps. I am trying to determine , desirability, possible used price etc. My experience in the audio world is very limited. I am using old Yamaha separates (M85 amp,C80 pre amp) that I`ve had for decades, so any help would be greatly appreciated.....Thx

 

maico172

your description of the amp is correct

this amp has been made over 25-30 years so the value can be somewhat different depending on the age of it

basically it's sale value if in good condition is in the low $2000's, $2500 or more if it is a newer version with a sexy finish

Is there any extra tubes with it iso which ones and brands listed,

and you have to pack them very well and shipping cost today is a extra expense 

sell here on U.S audio mart , PayPal or stripe , if local pickup even better.

Those eBay asks are too high for used gear. The Polish ad is over new price, for a used unit. Forget the HiFi shark. Cary is selling new 300B SEIs direct for $3895.00, so estimate a fair used price accordingly. You didn’t say how old the units are or whether all of the original materials are still with the units, remotes, etc.

Any units that have been serviced, it is beneficial to have the service record, just as you would want with a car.

At this price, buyers will want to listen to them, or have a firm right to return for refund.

If you are offering the owner to buy them as-is, and you know they are working correctly, I might suggest 60-65% new MSRP assuming the cosmetics are excellent, the tubes are not too old and all the accessories are included, and less if there is less than that.

Thank you all that took the time to respond... I think I have an idea of worth from your responses. I may end up with one of them and sell the other one for my friend...Once again thanks all.