[geeks] decent stereo kit on a budget (classical Baroque plus rock)

James Fogg James at jdfogg.com
Sat May 31 23:56:43 CDT 2008


> Let's say you have $300 to spend on used stereo kit.
>
> Can you get a decent turntable, CD player, receiver/amplifier, and 2
> good speakers used or new with that combo?


My brother has built several complete stereo systems from stuff off
Craigslist. It's all 1980's high end killer stuff bought for prices like
$50.00/component. With some time and patients it's possible.

Be aware that vintage speakers usually need their foam cone surrounds
replaced. They rot out. There's lots of info and supplies on the
internet to do this with, and it's only a few bucks.

He's been building systems that cost many thousands of dollars in the
1980s for $300.00 or less and they blow the roof off the house.



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