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Best finds at garage sale or similar establishment

I recently found a 1990's model yamaha cassette deck (three heads, bias control, etc.) at a goodwill for $13.00. While clearly out of step with my VPI, VTL, and Martin Logan gear, I still listen to tapes in the car and wanted something decent to record some of my 4000 + Lp collection. I find it remarkable that something that cost so little can provide so much pleasure. I was curious if any of my fellow goners have had a similar experience with cheap finds.
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rloggie
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I bought a pr. of Quad 57 from a middle aged lawyer for 750. Then he ask if I'd want the Marantz Modle 8 tube amp and McIntosh 71 tuner for an additional 150 for the pair. The amp was gone though as well as the tuner for about 200 more. 1,100. for the set, the Quads were perfect.
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jingles
25 posts
 
I guess we should ALL go to garage sales more often instead of buying on A'gon. Makes it hard to get "big bucks" on A'gon with posts like this.
lwerner
58 posts
 
3 Integrated`s, During the same Summer, a Scott 299D $20 "needs a tube, everyone knows they don`t make tubes anymore, $20 OK?)

Scott 222C, $30,

Fisher KX-200, "I don`t know if it works, how about $5.00?"
All 3 , plug and play, exept for that tube they no longer make.
slikric3000
638 posts
 
I just bought a Pioneer SX990 w/preamp outs for $10 off ebay. The seller accidently listed it as buy it now instead of starting auction price. I also recently bought a Teac A 3340 S rtr for $80, is that a decent price ?
dazzdax
599 posts
 
Has any of you ever scored an 10-year old Accuphase preamplifier in pristine condition for $100? Or an older but working pair of Wilson WATT/Puppies for just $500?
One caveat: sometimes goods are sold without ever knowing their true source...

Chris
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