An audio component you just can't let go

Infinity 7 Kappa’s I purchased new while stationed in Korea in 1992 they were half off/discontinued for $750.00. I use them in my living room with a Yamaha M70 amp I Purchased new while stationed in Germany in 1983.

The speakers are as beautiful as the day i bought them, actually better looking with the grills off due to the Miller Sound upgrades to the mids and subs. The sound is warm, perfect for a lounge area while just hanging out with family and friends.

The ZU ODS’s in my sound room are far superior in most any measurement but the Infinity’s put a smile on my face every time I power them up.

Koetsu Corralstone - maybe the best “musical” cartridge which is now unobtainable

@yesiam_a_pirate +1

Oh yes, the ARC VT130.  I had this for a few years 1997-2000 or so if I recall.  This amp with the LS5 III and Magnepan 3.3 / 3.5 speakers was absolute magic.  Romantic is an understatement.  Hunted for a pair of VT150s for a few years with no success and then moved on to other amps.  But the VT130 was special.  I did have a couple events of tube failure which blew the ceramic power resistor with a loud bang and puff of smoke.  Waited overnight, soldered in a new resistor, replaced the tube, set the bias and I was back to smiling. I would love to hear one of these in my system today.

Still have my 3D Acoustic Satellites from 1979.  They are the front L/R in my theatre system with 5 B&W (center, back, and surround) and a Vandersteen 2W sub.  Rebuilt them once and they are great for this system.

Also, my Acoustat 1+1 monoliths that I acquired in the late 80's.  I am the third owner and they have been rebuilt twice (once by the 2nd owner and again by me a few years ago).  I have built my primary system around.  Even my wife likes them.

Conrad Johnson Premier 17LS Preamp...

I've had it close to 30 years.

Fell in love with the sound and never looked back!

Started with a Marantz 2285, then C-J PV10B, then C-J Premier 17LS..