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Atlantic City casinos closing...

Many of the casinos are closing. People just don't have the funds for that kind of entertainment anymore.
I was forced to downgrade my system dramatically due to financial difficulties beyond my control. As times get harder the thought of high priced equipment is now low on my list of priorities. That does not mean I've lost lost sight of the joy and yes, pride a great system has to offer but during these leaner times one must make sacrifices where one can find them.
So far for about a thousand bucks I have assembled what I believe to be a great sounding setup.
Tandberg TR2075 receiver: $230
Pro-Ject Wood turntable: $325
Benz ACE cartridge: $300
Boston Acoustics A200 speakers: $200
I didn't have to break the bank for this and I'm very happy with the overall sound. Will I venture back to the land of uber priced gear? It seems unlikely, not because of the costs but because of the practicality.
Atlantic City is done as is my journey into the high-end.
dreadhead
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azjake
285 posts
 
Dreadhead,
Nothing to feel ashamed or embarrassed by!
You actually have had the opportunity to learn something quite valuable that a lot of so called "audiophiles" have learned the hard way:-)
In your case your sale of uber gear got you funds to put away AND sharpen your senses musically ending in a perfectly satisfying audio system that works for you!!
As we age some of us learn that indeed, less is more
Enjoy your system
Azjake
schipo
1,268 posts
 
With unemployment at 14% for most college age millennials and their dept out of control. The last venue many of them need is the hotel casino.
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mapman
22,179 posts
 
Its because of other states nearby also adapting gambling as a source of income. Atlantic City has competition. Sorry to hear things are not going well there.
timrhu
2,779 posts
 
Axjake makes a great point. Still, it's a shame you had to part with your AP Virgos. I hope you enjoy your new system.
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nonoise
10,827 posts
 
Who would have thought casinos would go belly up? Now that working for a living doesn't cut it anymore the sure way to realize the American dream was buying that lotto ticket, going to the nearest casino, or driving slowly by that all night 7/11 wondering if you have it in you for that quick smash and grab.

All the best,
Nonoise
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