View Full Version : Bargains on ebay? (Part 2)
The Barbarian
12-04-2015, 10:28
Nice condition. Love those;)
It's not a Michell Grant it's a Germam Transrotor, they used Michell parts. That model is special to me as it's basically a 'Focus One' with 'Hydraulic' platter
Its not been declined ....yet :eyebrows: re zyx
Had made him a fair offer as when he bought it he made an offer below the 350 asked then. he has now pulled it showing he only wanted to make profit on it. will put him down as a dodgy seller now.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/201320905983?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&autorefresh=true
looks quite good
walpurgis
12-04-2015, 21:15
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/201320905983?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&autorefresh=true
looks quite good
I've got one. It works!
Does a similar job to the MA DIP. I have used both together with interesting results (even more interesting if you bung an X-10D into the mix :) ).
I've got one. It works!
Does a similar job to the MA DIP. I have used both together with interesting results (even more interesting if you bung an X-10D into the mix :) ).
Thats good coz I bought it :eek:
walpurgis
12-04-2015, 21:23
re zyx
Had made him a fair offer as when he bought it he made an offer below the 350 asked then. he has now pulled it showing he only wanted to make profit on it. will put him down as a dodgy seller now.
The MC25FL is more or less on a par quality wise with the ZYX R50 Bloom in my book, although they sound very different. I had both until recently (blowed if I know where my MC25FL has got to :scratch:) and compared them several times.
To me, the ZYX maybe sounds a bit bigger and even more expansive, but the Ortofon is better detailed at the top and has more 'sparkle' (just).
They're both lovely cartridges.
The MC25FL is more or less on a par quality wise with the ZYX R50 Bloom in my book, although they sound very different. I had both until recently (blowed if I know where my MC25FL has got to :scratch:) and compared them several times.
They're both lovely cartridges. To me, the ZYX maybe sounds a bit bigger and even more expansive, but the Ortofon is better detailed at the top and has more 'sparkle' (just).
:D
gonna use that anti jitter with my lappy out to the Monarchy. It will allow me to use the Beresford async spdif line and convert to tos all in the box and possibly improve everything at same time....well, that's the theory.;)
walpurgis
12-04-2015, 21:31
Thats good coz I bought it :eek:
Ho Ho. You'll have fun with that! Especially if you try what I did. Now all you need is an X-10D. All good entertainment and the results are not what you'd expect. You'd think with that many links in the chain, something would suffer. Not the case. It works a treat!
And before the more 'highbrow' amongst us start 'poo pooing'. You haven't heard it on my system! So there! :lol:
i wish i new what you two were talking about :)
walpurgis
12-04-2015, 21:45
i wish i new what you two were talking about :)
With age, comes enlightement. :lol: ;)
(I was referring to DACs, jitter busters and valve buffers)
Ho Ho. You'll have fun with that! Especially if you try what I did. Now all you need is an X-10D. All good entertainment and the results are not what you'd expect. You'd think with that many links in the chain, something would suffer. Not the case. It works a treat!
And before the more 'highbrow' amongst us start 'poo pooing'. You haven't heard it on my system! So there! :lol:
Had a buffer b4, but not the MF. Its a different beastie altogether. Seen Cinese copies but dont see the real mcCoys so often.
Trio 600 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-ultra-high-end-Trio-Kenwood-600-Supreme-amplifier-rare-superb-condition-/301591109866?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item46383b20ea) integrated amp in lovely condition with matching tuner (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultra-rare-vintage-high-end-Trio-Kenwood-Supreme-series-600T-reference-FM-tuner-/301591120377?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item46383b49f9).
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 11:41
Won these this morning. These are my all time fav cartridge balance. I can throw the crappy digital scales in the bin now i got my old Metrosound back..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINTAGE-METROSOUND-TURNTABLE-TONEARM-STYLUS-BALANCE-IN-ORIGINAL-CASE-/111641446152?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=yuOYzsT1Glj36HQWQywMpL21abg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
Nice, and the inside of the box just had to be orange! :eyebrows:
Marco.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/luxman-pd-300-turntable-fitted-with-mission-774-original-tonearm/281660731062?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30109%26meid%3D02b74d049165413f85847c79ae69 7595%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2013 25161705&rt=nc
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ariston-Audio-RD11s-Turntable-/201325161705?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2edfea2ce9
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 15:29
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/luxman-pd-300-turntable-fitted-with-mission-774-original-tonearm/281660731062?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30109%26meid%3D02b74d049165413f85847c79ae69 7595%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2013 25161705&rt=nc
That combo will sound excellent.
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 15:30
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ariston-Audio-RD11s-Turntable-/201325161705?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2edfea2ce9
& that's the 'RD11S' i just told Dan the man i would rather have than an '80' The top plates are brushed Stainless steel the long imitation armboard is a strong aluminium laminate..The circular arm board bolts in to the sub
Pierre De Grenoble
13-04-2015, 15:46
I have had an 80SL/Basic LVX from new since '85. I use it these days as a dedicated TT for my 45's. I often drool over the RD40's and I often wonder just how useful they are... any experience anyone???
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 16:21
Never liked the 'RD40' Always liked the Superiour models with the extensive screen printing on the stainless top plates, 'RD90 Superiour' was nice, Those Scot lions look well cool. However the drooler was the 'RD110SL', a tad blingy but the brown liverly was well tasty :eyebrows:
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 16:49
First version from the late 70's. These ones have a full discrete Phono stage..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Retro-A-R-Cambridge-A60-Integrated-Amplifier-650-C73-/381220920409?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item58c2899c59
Ninanina
13-04-2015, 16:55
First version from the late 70's. These ones have a full discrete Phono stage..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Retro-A-R-Cambridge-A60-Integrated-Amplifier-650-C73-/381220920409?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item58c2899c59
My friend had an A60 from new but I must say that I was never impressed with it... far too warm and fluffy for my liking ;)
First version from the late 70's. These ones have a full discrete Phono stage..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Retro-A-R-Cambridge-A60-Integrated-Amplifier-650-C73-/381220920409?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item58c2899c59
where? i'll be buggered if i can see it on the pics.
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 17:06
where? i'll be buggered if i can see it on the pics.See what on the pics?
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 17:07
My friend had an A60 from new but I must say that I was never impressed with it... far too warm and fluffy for my liking ;)
There was something wrong then cos mine is crystal clear ;)
See what on the pics?
am i being thick? where you plug the turntable in.
am i being thick? where you plug the turntable in.
Mag PU.....short for magnetic pick up Jamie :)
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 17:21
:lol: these early units don't use IC in the phono stage like the later ones did..
walpurgis
13-04-2015, 17:41
My friend had an A60 from new but I must say that I was never impressed with it... far too warm and fluffy for my liking ;)
I've had a couple and that's how I found them. The NAD 3020 and Audiolab 8000 offered a similar type of sound too in my view. They have the type of inoffensive character that makes them easy to slot into a system without getting 'nasties', but they're not for me.
Ninanina
13-04-2015, 17:47
I've had a couple and that's how I found them. They have the type of inoffensive character that makes them easy to slot into a system without getting 'nasties', but they're not for me.
I thought I wasn't imagining it Geoff.. not for me either !! ;)
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 17:56
I've had a couple and that's how I found them. The NAD 3020 and Audiolab 8000 offered a similar type of sound too in my view. They have the type of inoffensive character that makes them easy to slot into a system without getting 'nasties', but they're not for me.
That's really odd Geoff because im not hearing anything like that. Your right they are inoffensive but it certainly aint warm & fluffy that's for sure. Mines had a full re-build tho & i mean a full rebuild. Must be my lug holes, but which ever i love my 'A60' to pieces..
The Barbarian
13-04-2015, 18:22
I recon thats worth £150
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD-160-B-MKII-turntable-SME-3009-arm-board-/321723329213?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4ae8346abd
walpurgis
13-04-2015, 18:42
I recon thats worth £150
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD-160-B-MKII-turntable-SME-3009-arm-board-/321723329213?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4ae8346abd
Easily. I've seen these go for over £200. I got that much for my mint example not long ago.
Audio Advent
13-04-2015, 18:55
Look at this, another dodgy vintage Marantz sale:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MARANTZ-1-PREAMPLIFIER-WITH-MARANTZ-4-POWER-SUPPLY-/281660989962
Notice how the start price is exactly the same as that other Marantz 2 monoblock sale AND the demands from the seller are exactly the same and worded the same "No PayPal!" ... and yet is a completely different account.
Defo someone using hyjacked accounts.
walpurgis
13-04-2015, 19:03
Look at this, another dodgy vintage Marantz sale:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MARANTZ-1-PREAMPLIFIER-WITH-MARANTZ-4-POWER-SUPPLY-/281660989962
Notice how the start price is exactly the same as that other Marantz 2 monoblock sale AND the demands from the seller are exactly the same and worded the same "No PayPal!" ... and yet is a completely different account.
Defo someone using hyjacked accounts.
Lots of dubious stuff on eBay. Like the boxed McIntosh valve amps that keep cropping up and the amazing amount of new condition vintage Tannoy black and Silver dual concentric drivers and crossovers from far east sellers, which look very good, but I'm sure are clever repros.
Easily. I've seen these go for over £200. I got that much for my mint example not long ago.
out of interest how does the AR turntable fair against these?
skimminstones
13-04-2015, 19:05
Look at this, another dodgy vintage Marantz sale:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MARANTZ-1-PREAMPLIFIER-WITH-MARANTZ-4-POWER-SUPPLY-/281660989962
Notice how the start price is exactly the same as that other Marantz 2 monoblock sale AND the demands from the seller are exactly the same and worded the same "No PayPal!" ... and yet is a completely different account.
Defo someone using hyjacked accounts.
I wouldnt buy anything on ebay if they stated no paypal.
I sold a rega brio r on there recently and the buyer wanted me to post it to a different address and i refused as that leaves you open to no paypal protection if they say they never recieved etc...
Pierre De Grenoble
13-04-2015, 19:09
Am I missing something.. The Add I'm looking at says paypal only.. still looks dodgy tho..
Look at this, another dodgy vintage Marantz sale:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MARANTZ-1-PREAMPLIFIER-WITH-MARANTZ-4-POWER-SUPPLY-/281660989962
Notice how the start price is exactly the same as that other Marantz 2 monoblock sale AND the demands from the seller are exactly the same and worded the same "No PayPal!" ... and yet is a completely different account.
Defo someone using hyjacked accounts.
It actually says 'Only paypal. No COD." No doubt he has access to the associated paypal account too. Why wouldn't he repeat the exercise? He got over £6000 for the Marantz 2s.
orbscure
13-04-2015, 19:10
I wouldnt buy anything on ebay if they stated no paypal.
Not that I can vouch for the authenticity of the listing, the seller actually states "Only PayPal Accepted, No COD"
skimminstones
13-04-2015, 19:10
Not that I can vouch for the authenticity of the listing, the seller actually states "Only PayPal Accepted, No COD"
Ive not even looked at the ad, i was just responding to the post i quoted.
walpurgis
13-04-2015, 19:16
out of interest how does the AR turntable fair against these?
Probably not much in it either way soundwise. The Thorens is better made. I've seen a few tired bearings and peeling veneer on the later ARs. Both will out perform a Rega Planar 3 for instance in my opinion.
Easily. I've seen these go for over £200. I got that much for my mint example not long ago.
Yes its worth the asking price I'd think, or very near.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MICREX-M-1-TRIODE-VALVE-MOSFET-Hybrid-90w-Power-Amplifiers-Amp-Mono-Blocks-GWO-/221732678111?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item33a04c29df
Nice, shiny beasties these...have to say I've never heard of them though.
Audio Advent
13-04-2015, 20:34
Ive not even looked at the ad, i was just responding to the post i quoted.
Sorry, I'd closed the tab so then paraphrased but confusingly paraphrased in quotes..
Audio Advent
13-04-2015, 20:37
Not that I can vouch for the authenticity of the listing, the seller actually states "Only PayPal Accepted, No COD"
Is he ordering fish and chips?
COD I guess means Cash on Delivery? That doesn't even relate to normal Ebay expectations so I'd guess he's more used to doing dodgy deals in a world outside of ebay and now moved on to this.
Audio Advent
13-04-2015, 20:40
It actually says 'Only paypal. No COD." No doubt he has access to the associated paypal account too. Why wouldn't he repeat the exercise? He got over £6000 for the Marantz 2s.
The link I had to the Marantz 2 listing no-longer goes anywhere... so hopefully Ebay has notified the winning bidder and taken away their option to make payment.
I've had that before, with a message saying that an item I'd bid on was suspicious and that I didn't need to complete the transaction. In that case I'd guessed it was dodgy but was taking the chance by instisting I collected in person - I never heard back.
Audio Advent
13-04-2015, 20:42
This has got to be good and fun for a tenner!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/80s-Trio-by-Kenwood-KT500-Tuner-with-KR500-Remote-Control-Unit-Working-Order-/181711139266
I've seen one of those tuners before and they're very pretty in an 80s way. Best of all though, with the remote unit, find a Kenwood/Trio KD4100 turntable and you get yourself a remote controlled record deck!
Here's a photo of the system from a catalogue courtesy of www.fmtunerinfo.com (sounds like the tuner isn't very good by their standards though):
http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/newp16-KA-KT-500.gif
orbscure
13-04-2015, 21:01
The link I had to the Marantz 2 listing no-longer goes anywhere... so hopefully Ebay has notified the winning bidder and taken away their option to make payment.
It was relisted again Sam and sold for £6K here (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-of-Marantz-Model-2-Amplifiers-/171747683677?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item27fcf5ad5d&clk_rvr_id=814150269221&afsrc=1&rmvSB=true) :)
southall-1998
13-04-2015, 21:50
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MICREX-M-1-TRIODE-VALVE-MOSFET-Hybrid-90w-Power-Amplifiers-Amp-Mono-Blocks-GWO-/221732678111?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item33a04c29df
Nice, shiny beasties these...have to say I've never heard of them though.
My eyes!!!!
S.
two pairs of oddball vintage speakers:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kolster-Brandes-KS651-Speakers-Matched-PAIR-Vintage-1968-Danish-Teak-ITT-Radial/261822377980?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D4d464676949842b5936 958d1ef2587de%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26 sd%3D191551730699&rt=nc
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-German-made-Isophon-Speakers/261842034543?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D4d464676949842b5936 958d1ef2587de%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26 sd%3D191551730699&rt=nc
walpurgis
13-04-2015, 22:14
two pairs of oddball vintage speakers:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kolster-Brandes-KS651-Speakers-Matched-PAIR-Vintage-1968-Danish-Teak-ITT-Radial/261822377980?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D4d464676949842b5936 958d1ef2587de%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26 sd%3D191551730699&rt=nc
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-German-made-Isophon-Speakers/261842034543?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D4d464676949842b5936 958d1ef2587de%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26 sd%3D191551730699&rt=nc
The Isophons are likely to be rather interesting. The Kolster Brandes not. I had a pair about thirty years ago, cheaply made and not good in my opinion.
Audio Al
14-04-2015, 17:16
Something Solid ER5 hifi rack
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Metal-and-Glass-five-Shelf-Hi-Fi-Stand-Rack-Support-/151643072450?
The Barbarian
14-04-2015, 19:11
If that dont get some bid soon i can see the seller ignoring the payments.
Not ebay but a pair of Tannoy 637's advertised locally...any good these?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/R-Line-Specialist-Hi-Fi-Speakers-Based-On-Wharfedale-E90-80S-Kef-Tannoy-Etc-/151650064057?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item234f0c56b9
walpurgis
15-04-2015, 19:13
Not ebay but a pair of Tannoy 637's advertised locally...any good these?
They should be pretty nice Grant. I reckon that's the same driver as the System 600 nearfield monitor which sounds just fine. If they're cheap grab them.
They should be pretty nice Grant. I reckon that's the same driver as the System 600 nearfield monitor which sounds just fine. If they're cheap grab them.
What's cheap? ....
and a decca pickup head for the collector
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Decca-pick-up-head-and-needle-FFSS-VINTAGE-For-record-player-/111647450608?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276
walpurgis
15-04-2015, 21:42
What's cheap? ....
Under £150 maybe.
southall-1998
15-04-2015, 21:57
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/R-Line-Specialist-Hi-Fi-Speakers-Based-On-Wharfedale-E90-80S-Kef-Tannoy-Etc-/151650064057?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item234f0c56b9
They look rather ''white van man'' quality!
S.
They look rather ''white van man'' quality!
S.
Lol. Yes I kinda got that vibe myself tbh. They will probably be badly matched, but you never know. I certainly, and it appears no one else will buy them without hearing them. Sure they have been around for a while.
Under £150 maybe.
tHINK HE WAS LOOKING FOR £170, SO NOT FAR OUT.. doh caps on .lol. Dont need and they aint cheap so wont bother. Am going to try the IMF's on the main system tomorrow. Damn near ended myself getting the downstairs. Just interested as to how good the sound in comparison to the KEF's
walpurgis
15-04-2015, 22:58
tHINK HE WAS LOOKING FOR £170, SO NOT FAR OUT.. doh caps on .lol. Dont need and they aint cheap so wont bother. Am going to try the IMF's on the main system tomorrow. Damn near ended myself getting the downstairs. Just interested as to how good the sound in comparison to the KEF's
£170 is pretty good. The smaller System 600 go for over £200 generally and the 637 should have a better bottom end. Don't let me lead you astray Grant, but I reckon you'd be delighted with them. By the way, they will definitely run circles around the IMFs and not wishing to be rude, they'll likely outclass the KEFs too. I've had several pairs of Tannoys using these drivers (i6/DC6i/Sytem 600) and they sound lovely. (OK the DC6i has paper cones, but sounds just about the same)
The IMF's have Kef drivers in now... 200's I think so wont sound standard. I will consider it; funnily I think I might know the guy, and thats kinda putting me off a little.
The Barbarian
16-04-2015, 17:40
Not in great shape but very rare now Quantum Electronics pair of '205' monoblocks. Looks like the '402' is included but no '102' pre
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-Quantum-205-DA-Amp-set-with-switch-box-/281657564099?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4194195bc3
DECCA FFSS MKIII/3 for rebuild
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DECCA-FFSS-MKIII-3-CARTRIDGE-/201332024044?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TD-160-ARMBOARD-VTA-ADJUSTER-AND-SPEED-NUT-FOR-REGA-RB250-RB300-ETC-/191560202192?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276
handy if your wanting to put a rega on your td160
walpurgis
16-04-2015, 19:25
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TD-160-ARMBOARD-VTA-ADJUSTER-AND-SPEED-NUT-FOR-REGA-RB250-RB300-ETC-/191560202192?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276
handy if your wanting to put a rega on your td160
Ah. But does this mean there's a Planar 3 out there with a TP16 on it? ;)
Hope not :) waste of a tip16:eyebrows:
The Barbarian
16-04-2015, 19:55
:lol:
:respect:
The Barbarian
16-04-2015, 20:39
Wish id got the spare cutter
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PRISMA-TURNTABLE-J-A-MICHELL-ENG-/231532119518?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e863c5de
Beobloke
17-04-2015, 07:36
Not in great shape but very rare now Quantum Electronics pair of '205' monoblocks. Looks like the '402' is included but no '102' pre
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-Quantum-205-DA-Amp-set-with-switch-box-/281657564099?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4194195bc3
Ooooooooo........ :eek:
This looks familiar:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171752005949?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
walpurgis
17-04-2015, 10:12
This looks familiar:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171752005949?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
It does. From last years TT competion.
Nathan..!!!!! how could you:eyebrows:
walpurgis
17-04-2015, 11:45
I trolled him with a low offer which he rejected with the message "Don't be an idiot".
I took exception to this so responded with another even lower offer and the following message:
"I would have thought that a person who bought a £500 moving coil cartridge when they didn't have a phono stage that worked with moving coil cartridges should be fairly careful about who they call an idiot.
No?"
:mad:
I see your 'friend' is back Robert. :lol:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ZYX-R50-Bloom-H-MC-Cartridge-/231534540968?
The Barbarian
17-04-2015, 12:09
Ooooooooo........ :eek:
Adam:
I know your a Quantum fanboy you going for them? That is actually a very cheap asking price regardless of the condition. What looks like the '402' is probably the most rare Quantum of all.
Beobloke
17-04-2015, 12:23
Adam:
I know your a Quantum fanboy you going for them? That is actually a very cheap asking price regardless of the condition. What looks like the '402' is probably the most rare Quantum of all.
Tempted, but there's something else I've got my eye on as well... :eyebrows:
The Barbarian
17-04-2015, 13:45
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NAKAMICHI-1000-Cassete-Deck-Not-Working-For-Parts-/251909607725?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3aa6fb912d
Audio Al
17-04-2015, 14:40
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Eumig-FL1000uP-Cassette-Deck-serviced-/111648395868?
:eyebrows:
Price is somewhat restrictive :(
The Barbarian
17-04-2015, 15:28
I used to have a Eumig Cine Projector
:sofa:
dantheman91
17-04-2015, 17:46
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-angled-Tannoy-powered-speaker-/261855313825?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf7caffa1
Monitor Gold..........? Interesting.
This looks familiar:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171752005949?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
It does. From last years TT competion.
Nathan..!!!!! how could you:eyebrows:
Yes it's mine :o I want a new project and I'm afraid the Heybrook needs to go to fund it. I must admit I've been tempted to remove it everyday since last Sunday but the 401 project can't start until it's gone :wah:
I still have a couple of days to change my mind, we'll just have to wait and see.
Yes it's mine :o I want a new project and I'm afraid the Heybrook needs to go to fund it. I must admit I've been tempted to remove it everyday since last Sunday but the 401 project can't start until it's gone :wah:
I still have a couple of days to change my mind, we'll just have to wait and see.
theres a nice plinth in the classifieds. I'd have it if I were to be building a 401
The Barbarian
17-04-2015, 22:16
SME '2000' if it were me
:sofa:
theres a nice plinth in the classifieds. I'd have it if I were to be building a 401
SME '2000' if it were me
:sofa:
Yes they are very nice but i want to build something in 2 different colors of hardwood. I have a few thoughts running around in my head but i want to sell mine first and see what cash i have to play with.
vintage Akai speakers, bit of damage to the dustcaps but will deliver:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Akai-SW-177-Hi-fi-Home-Audio-Stand-Alone-Stereo-Speakers-100W-Watts/141628285344?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30110%26meid%3Decf9a2429eff483daf23adc142d2 1937%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1216 08133482&rt=nc
vintage Akai speakers, bit of damage to the dustcaps but will deliver:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Akai-SW-177-Hi-fi-Home-Audio-Stand-Alone-Stereo-Speakers-100W-Watts/141628285344?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30110%26meid%3Decf9a2429eff483daf23adc142d2 1937%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1216 08133482&rt=nc
Bet those dust caps could be massively improved with a very gentle vacuuming.
BTH K10A
18-04-2015, 18:04
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TECHNICS-SB-E100-LOUDSPEAKERS-/191557581848?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_101&hash=item2c99b8bc18
Lovely clean A&R A60 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A-R-Cambridge-A60-Amplifier-Wharfedale-Linton-2-Speakers-/111649558520?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item19fed50ff8) in wood case being sold with a pair of Wharfedale Lintons. The same seller has the matching tuner and case.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TECHNICS-SB-E100-LOUDSPEAKERS-/191557581848?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_101&hash=item2c99b8bc18
Always remind me of a Cylon Base Star
Technics SBE100:
http://i903.photobucket.com/albums/ac233/Macca_photos_2009/Cylon_Base_Star___Pic_1_by_CyberDrone.jpg (http://s903.photobucket.com/user/Macca_photos_2009/media/Cylon_Base_Star___Pic_1_by_CyberDrone.jpg.html)
Cylon Base Star:
http://i903.photobucket.com/albums/ac233/Macca_photos_2009/technics6e90ba82831e1e95c21a851406bcd6ed_orig.jpg (http://s903.photobucket.com/user/Macca_photos_2009/media/technics6e90ba82831e1e95c21a851406bcd6ed_orig.jpg. html)
Oh yes , whilst hunting for a cheap but effective method of de magnetising , I bumped into this :)
What a steal :eek:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220V-Head-Demagnetizer-Tape-Deck-Recorder-Reel-to-Cassette-VHS-EU-FREE-DEL-/141030150509?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
The £20.99 would more like it
Gordon Steadman
19-04-2015, 13:39
Oh yes , whilst hunting for a cheap but effective method of de magnetising , I bumped into this :)
What a steal :eek:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220V-Head-Demagnetizer-Tape-Deck-Recorder-Reel-to-Cassette-VHS-EU-FREE-DEL-/141030150509?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
I have one of those sitting doing nowt. I'll take offers.....probably accept under the grand!
Oh yes , whilst hunting for a cheap but effective method of de magnetising , I bumped into this :)
What a steal :eek:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220V-Head-Demagnetizer-Tape-Deck-Recorder-Reel-to-Cassette-VHS-EU-FREE-DEL-/141030150509?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
Haha - I used to have much like that. Gave it away when I found an original Ferrograph head degausser for about £25.
http://www.mullardmagic.co.uk/content/images/thumbs/0005541_ferrograph-wright-weaire-defluxer-1950s-boxed_300.jpeg
skimminstones
19-04-2015, 17:32
just bought a Thorens TD160 on ebay. There were 20+ watchers and no bidders. Now im worried ive missed something and shouldnt have bought it lol or paid too much
just bought a Thorens TD160 on ebay. There were 20+ watchers and no bidders. Now im worried ive missed something and shouldnt have bought it lol or paid too much
was that the one with the tip16 arm? looked to be a nice deck, and came with a decent cart as well if memory serves. might have been the arm that put folk off but the tip16 is a good arm.
skimminstones
19-04-2015, 17:44
was that the one with the tip16 arm? looked to be a nice deck, and came with a decent cart as well if memory serves. might have been the arm that put folk off but the tip16 is a good arm.
Yea was this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/THORENS-TD-160-with-THORENS-TP16-tonearm-TP60-shell-fitted-into-wooden-plinth-/121624667116?nma=true&si=VIXs5kxJwgbiubXKaWfdkqxm7bs%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
I wanted a 150 really but to be honest i liked the plinth on this and its only an hour away to collect so just went for it. Will either re-sell it or sell my project debut 2 once ive had a play.
It should better a project debut 2 I'd have thought.
The Barbarian
19-04-2015, 18:03
Looking thru the bay i notice that people are just not buying things. I certainly cannot shift stuff regardless of the low prices i ask.
walpurgis
19-04-2015, 18:34
It should better a project debut 2 I'd have thought.
Comfortably I'd say.
dantheman91
19-04-2015, 18:35
Looking thru the bay i notice that people are just not buying things. I certainly cannot shift stuff regardless of the low prices i ask.
True Nothing is selling.......:rolleyes: Got ripped of on the last lot i sold stupidly cheap at £50 :doh:
Looking thru the bay i notice that people are just not buying things. I certainly cannot shift stuff regardless of the low prices i ask.
what you selling Andre?
The Barbarian
19-04-2015, 19:01
Nothing now. Lucky my mates both rolling in it as well as a bigger Magpie than i was or id be still stuck with a lot of gear still.
Denson power amp.... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Densen-B300-power-amplifier-/121627469659?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c518fe75b
Alchemist Kraken pre and power ..yummy
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alchemist-Kraken-APD8-power-amplifier-very-rare-/231530334217?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e8488809
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alchemist-Kraken-APD7-pre-amplifier-very-rare-/231530275612?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e847a31c
Nelson Pass class A monos
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nelson-Pass-Class-A-Audiophile-Power-Monoblock-Amps-/301594831243?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item463873e98b
A lot of nice powers on the go...an Alberry now
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Albarry-Power-Amp-likely-suitable-for-audio-research-conrad-johnson-pre-amps-/221732819673?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item33a04e52d9
walpurgis
19-04-2015, 20:58
Nelson Pass class A monos
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nelson-Pass-Class-A-Audiophile-Power-Monoblock-Amps-/301594831243?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item463873e98b
Bet they sound good.
Bet they sound good.
Need efficient speakers, but they would be nice I reckon. interesting to see what the final price is
walpurgis
19-04-2015, 21:09
Need efficient speakers, but they would be nice I reckon. interesting to see what the final price is
Coincidentally, the Tannoy 637 has a 91db sensitivity. Funny that! :lol:
I used to drive my 89db Eatons with a pair of 8 watt Arcana valve monoblocks and it sounded superb with more than enough punch.
Coincidentally, the Tannoy 637 has a 91db sensitivity. Funny that! :lol:
I used to drive my 89db Eatons with a pair of 8 watt Arcana valve monoblocks and it sounded superb with more than enough punch.
Yes I know lol. dunno how difficult a load they are though.
The Barbarian
19-04-2015, 22:23
Just bought this. A good price i thought & superb condition
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121627054085?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Just bought this. A good price i thought & superb condition
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121627054085?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/EA8AAOSwqu9VK7Ze/$_57.JPG
looks minty ...very nice
southall-1998
19-04-2015, 22:41
Alchemist Kraken pre and power ..yummy
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alchemist-Kraken-APD8-power-amplifier-very-rare-/231530334217?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e8488809
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alchemist-Kraken-APD7-pre-amplifier-very-rare-/231530275612?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e847a31c
Very nice...I had the integrated version. Similar sounding to my Sugden, but a tad warmer!
S.
I heard Ali Tait's integrated at Gary's with his Eglindales and it was extremely good.
southall-1998
19-04-2015, 22:45
I heard Ali Tait's integrated at Gary's with his Eglindales and it was extremely good.
Well, that very Kraken you heard used to be mines!
S.
Thought it might have been...not many around. think Ali still has it. It surprised us all with those speakers
The Barbarian
19-04-2015, 22:47
looks minty ...very nice
Bought from him before, he's good seller. I always liked this Rotel Range for some reason & the only cassette deck i liked of theirs
southall-1998
19-04-2015, 22:56
Thought it might have been...not many around. think Ali still has it. It surprised us all with those speakers
Doesn't surprise me really. Considering the efficiency of those speakers!
S.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Custom-Technics-SL-1210-Turntables-One-of-a-kind-Pearl-White-Gold-Rega-tonearm-/321730663182?&_trksid=p2056016.m2516.l5255
needless to say- no bids :lol:
southall-1998
19-04-2015, 23:10
God help me!
S.
The Barbarian
19-04-2015, 23:10
I thought this would have gone by now. Black ones are mega rare you know
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JVC-JA-S11G-30WPC-vintage-audiophile-amplifier/281638618195?_trksid=p2060778.c100276.m3476&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30119%26meid%3D790b9bd2fa824d99aa21ed325a9e 836e%26pid%3D100276%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D1216 21674597
Ali Tait
20-04-2015, 04:57
Doesn't surprise me really. Considering the efficiency of those speakers!
S.
Aye, still have it. Great little amp.
The Barbarian
20-04-2015, 20:48
Just bought this to match the cassette deck i bought last night. That's sorted the indecision i got with the amps im presently using.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121621674597?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
The quicker i get away from Hi-Fi the better
walpurgis
20-04-2015, 20:54
Just bought this
Looks in nice nick. I don't remember them being all DIN sockets though (apart from the US mains ones) .
The Barbarian
20-04-2015, 20:55
There was two version of these RX Range models available Phonos or RCA these are circa 1976/77
Just bought this to match the cassette deck i bought last night. That's sorted the indecision i got with the amps im presently using.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121621674597?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
The quicker i get away from Hi-Fi the better
Haven't you got a fully restored Ferrograph amp Andrč? Why did the quad stuff fall out of favour?
walpurgis
21-04-2015, 17:49
ADC 26 cartridge in "excellent condition". It needs a new stylus and the asking price is £200. :scratch:
A good one in fully serviceable condition may just be worth up to £100.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271844681286?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
He says the original styli are available. They aren't!
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 18:19
Haven't you got a fully restored Ferrograph amp Andrč? Why did the quad stuff fall out of favour?
Hi Darren
Sold everything now.. Hi-Fi frolics are a thing of the past. I have zero time for Hi-Fi anymore.
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 18:22
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/EA8AAOSwqu9VK7Ze/$_57.JPG
looks minty ...very nice
Believe it or not it arrived this dinner time, amazing service. Man this is one minty unit. The Reciever should be here tomorrow. Im well & truly done then just need to sort some interconnects out & bobs yer uncle..
walpurgis
21-04-2015, 18:26
Looks really nice Andr'e. Not many of those about. :)
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 18:28
Looks totally different in the flesh. I had one of these around 1986 but it was silver.
The Black Adder
21-04-2015, 18:28
... In that case, go get your nails done..
http://www.nailnerd.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/The-Prisoner.jpg
:)
brian2957
21-04-2015, 18:30
Believe it or not it arrived this dinner time, amazing service. Man this is one minty unit. The Reciever should be here tomorrow. Im well & truly done then just need to sort some interconnects out & bobs yer uncle..
Very nice indeed . They just don't make 'em like this any more :)
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 20:33
Best version
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD-160-Super-turntable-record-deck-SME-3009-arm-board-/321730626801?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4ae8a3c4f1
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 20:35
Beautyfull in the table/unit
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/rare-1970-super-fi-system-Quad-33-303-FM2-Thorens-TD125-SME-3009-in-teak-table-/161670424441?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item25a44ee779
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 20:37
Jesus christ.. Must be the last one on earth
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SME-3009-Series-One-Tonearm-/201331387355?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2ee0492bdb
It would likely clean up, but you would have to really want one.
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 20:47
He got it listed as a series 1 it's a Series 2 Imp.. that's the puzzling thing
He got it listed as a series 1 it's a Series 2 Imp.. that's the puzzling thing
Didnt think it was a series 1. It looks pretty similar to mine bar the anti skate
The Barbarian
21-04-2015, 21:03
It's an early-ish S2 Imp.. He's got the Anti skate chord wheel twisted to one side.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Custom-Technics-SL-1210-Turntables-One-of-a-kind-Pearl-White-Gold-Rega-tonearm-/321730663182?&_trksid=p2056016.m2516.l5255
needless to say- no bids :lol:
The bloke's living in cloud-cuckoo land!! :mental: :mental:
Marco.
And I get a £5000 P&P to my location on top of it! brilliant! :eek:
It would likely clean up, but you would have to really want one.
Sure, but why would you even bother when there's the likes of this beauty going for just over a ton more than the highest bid currently on that auction: http://theartofsound.net/forum/showthread.php?38166-FS-SME-3009-Series-II-Improved&p=641792#post641792
Different if the arm was only costing you £50, which is all I'd be paying for it in that kind of condition! There are truly some clueless nutters about on ebay....
Marco.
Anthony K
22-04-2015, 12:36
The bloke's living in cloud-cuckoo land!! :mental: :mental:
Marco.
1 of a kind yet he has 2 of em
Nice Big Sony
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sony-TA-FB930R-QS-Range-Phono-Stage-Vintage-Integrated-Stereo-Amplifier-Remote-/261833789427?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf6828ff3
The Barbarian
22-04-2015, 19:12
The early 70's range of Sony amps are the ones you wanna be looking at.
The early 70's range of Sony amps are the ones you wanna be looking at.
Thats a nice collectionAndre lol....but no BIG meters :eyebrows::rfl:
Nice....
Well that rusty old SME 3009 went for £201!!! Fukkin nuts! :mental: :mental: :mental:
Marco.
PaulStewart
22-04-2015, 19:26
Fukkin nuts!
Fu-Kin nuts??? Are they Chinese :laugh:
The Barbarian
22-04-2015, 19:44
More than nutz
The Barbarian
22-04-2015, 19:49
Thats a nice collectionAndre lol....but no BIG meters :eyebrows::rfl:
You want big Vu's a good one is the late 70's 'TA-F5A' that would fit the bill. I still think the early 70's models were best imho especaislly those 1/3rd size units..
Nice Big Sony
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sony-TA-FB930R-QS-Range-Phono-Stage-Vintage-Integrated-Stereo-Amplifier-Remote-/261833789427?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf6828ff3
That was my first integrated amp. Not bad at all although eventually the relays in the source selector started playing up.
southall-1998
22-04-2015, 21:40
This looks sweet! http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-BOYUU-KIT-EL34-Valve-Tube-Amplifier-UK-Built-4-5w-Triode-Conversion-/201335796708
S.
The Barbarian
22-04-2015, 22:02
Try knock him down a tenner they be a good buy
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10x-TDK-SA90-Type-II-Chrome-Blank-Audio-Cassette-Tape-Made-in-Japan-1987-/271831806284?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3f4a70314c
Oh yes, those are yum, yum! From just the right era too, where tape formulation was at the peak of its quality, before things started to go downhill....
Marco.
Tapes are becoming silly priced these days. I have a few blanks lying around, but mostly have prerecorded ones. Still listen to them and enjoy it, but I still like minidiscs. they are damn near indestructable and can be re recorded so many times its not worth thinking about. Not analogue I know but damn handy. Not into portable file players. Maybe I should get into it???:eyebrows:
southall-1998
22-04-2015, 22:19
Tapes are becoming silly priced these days. I have a few blanks lying around, but mostly have prerecorded ones. Still listen to them and enjoy it, but I still like minidiscs. they are damn near indestructable and can be re recorded so many times its not worth thinking about. Not analogue I know but damn handy. Not into portable file players. Maybe I should get into it???:eyebrows:
I have approx 13 Sony minidiscs. Some friendly chap did the recordings for me a couple years ago....They sound pretty decent!
Can you recommend me a simple, but yet high quality, good sounding mini disc player just for playing? I don't bother with recording!
Cheers.
S.
I stick with the Sony ones. They are all good, but much will depend on if any compression was used in the recording altrac 3 is usually the best to get. You can use the portable walkmans and plug the headphones into your stereo ...sound pretty good. I have 2 or three walkmans and either one or 2 big units...cant remember . If I have 2 you can have one. or if you want a walkman just say.
southall-1998
22-04-2015, 22:58
I stick with the Sony ones. They are all good, but much will depend on if any compression was used in the recording altrac 3 is usually the best to get. You can use the portable walkmans and plug the headphones into your stereo ...sound pretty good. I have 2 or three walkmans and either one or 2 big units...cant remember . If I have 2 you can have one. or if you want a walkman just say.
Which big unit minidisc player ya got?
S.
guyhayton
22-04-2015, 23:13
I'm inspired to dig out that box of old minidisc recordings (old vinyl recordings) and look for a player
walpurgis
22-04-2015, 23:14
I love my Pioneer MJ-D707 MiniDisc deck. I don't use it often, but recordings made via my Meridian 507 play back virtually as well as the original. It's a really good recording medium for my purposes. Certainly vastly better than any cassette deck I've used.
cant remember. it or they are stashed...might only be one now; cant remember now. but have been using the wee walkmans. I like them and have a net md as well which is a handy little job. will have a look next time I get out to the studio.
http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/plug-in-power-supply/6158919/
I used to use omething like this to run it when connected to my stereo(walkman) as it saved on batteries it uses a 3 volt dc psu
walpurgis
22-04-2015, 23:19
On eBay MJ-D707. Looks tidy!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PIONEER-MJ-D707-MINI-DISK-PLAYER-RECORDER-INC-REMOTE-CONTROL-/371311270572?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item5673e05aac
southall-1998
22-04-2015, 23:23
On eBay MJ-D707. Looks tidy!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PIONEER-MJ-D707-MINI-DISK-PLAYER-RECORDER-INC-REMOTE-CONTROL-/371311270572?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item5673e05aac
Is the sound presentation ''neutral'' sounding from these machines?
S.
walpurgis
23-04-2015, 08:59
Is the sound presentation ''neutral'' sounding from these machines?
S.
It's as neutral as the source. Mine adds or removes nothing, it just reproduces rather well!
Pair of DM5s being sold by a colleague of mine. A bit scruffy but working OK.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/B-W-dm5-Speakers-/121630494190?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c51be0dee
The Barbarian
23-04-2015, 11:38
Good start price Shane, i prefer the 'D5' tho..
The Barbarian
23-04-2015, 16:21
A good High Compliance cartridge..He's got two of these. If it wernt Gold '412 II' but instead the Black & Silver '412 IIISE' i would have gone for it..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Original-Philips-GP412-Mark-2-Super-M-genuine-stylus-/141639797065?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item20fa63c949
actually on gumtree this.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/hi-fi-separates/castle-warwick-speakers-technics-rs-tr474-cassette-deck-and-technics-st-gt-550-tuner/1111518698
The Barbarian
23-04-2015, 19:41
They don't look much & i know they are only 5" drivers but those 'Warwicks' are really nice sounding speakers..
They don't look much & i know they are only 5" drivers but those 'Warwicks' are really nice sounding speakers..
I'd have been interested more if he had listed the speakers & stands separate at say £70, although a trip to Glasgow to cart speakers may be a bit too much. anyways I dont need em as I got the Tannoys. Thought some of the Glasgow lads may have been interested.
The Barbarian
23-04-2015, 21:28
Well they are not the proper stand + they are too low..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Akai-SW-177-Hi-fi-Home-Audio-Stand-Alone-Stereo-Speakers-100W-Watts-/141628285344?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item20f9b421a0
set of Akai speakers...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pioneer-SA-8500-Vintage-Stereo-Amplifier-/131494409214?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1e9dad73fe
Pioneer amp
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marigo-Audio-Lab-Ultima-Signature-Mat-RRP-179-99-/331534737704?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4d3102a128
Like these and fancy one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Revo-SuperConnect-Internet-DAB-Radio-DAB-FM-Alarm-Clock-Spotify-BLUETOOTH-/321565860851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4aded1a3f3#viTabs_0
walpurgis
24-04-2015, 21:45
These NOS boxed, Philips 9710 full range drivers will fetch a pretty penny I reckon.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-of-N-O-S-Philips-8-Inch-Full-Range-Alnico-Speakers-Model-9710M-/291438487517?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43db1667dd
Look minty mint Geoff . What do you reckon to the sensitivity? 100 dB?
walpurgis
24-04-2015, 22:04
Look minty mint Geoff . What do you reckon to the sensitivity? 100 dB?
Can't remember offhand. I'd guess around 94db. Mine seem pretty sensitive (and sound astonishing).
walpurgis
24-04-2015, 22:06
Just found the spec. I was spot on: http://rutcho.com/speaker_drivers/philips_9710m_01/philips_9710m_01.html
southall-1998
25-04-2015, 14:35
This would have tempted me if I didn't had the Sugden!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/7-WATT-Single-Ended-EL34-Valve-Tube-Amplifier-Amp-UK-Hand-Built-Solid-Oak-Side-/201335811510
S.
The Barbarian
25-04-2015, 14:36
Keep the Suggie ;)
Audio Advent
25-04-2015, 17:56
Oh yes , whilst hunting for a cheap but effective method of de magnetising , I bumped into this :)
What a steal :eek:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220V-Head-Demagnetizer-Tape-Deck-Recorder-Reel-to-Cassette-VHS-EU-FREE-DEL-/141030150509?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
haha.. Are you sure it's what it says it is? Looks a familiar shape.
To rain on the joke, checking the price of all 334 others sold, they are normally £20.99 so this price is obviously to stop people from buying whilst they are out of stock whilst keeping the listing live.
Audio Advent
25-04-2015, 17:59
I think I was being hopelessly niave and hopeful when I started watching this at 99p... thinking I might be able to snap it up at the last second:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171754139478
Stellavox TD88 reel to reel. The build quality looks amazing!
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 18:01
I've got a very similar demagnetiser bought as new from a boot sale about twenty five years ago for £1. Very handy for demagnetising all those fuses and mains plug pins & cables, especially the directional ones. :D
Audio Advent
25-04-2015, 18:31
I've got a very similar demagnetiser bought as new from a boot sale about twenty five years ago for £1. Very handy for demagnetising all those fuses and mains plug pins & cables, especially the directional ones. :D
I wonder what screaming effects it would have to some humbucker pick-ups.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 20:00
Neat little SMSL DAC. listing ends tomorrow morning and it looks as though it may go cheap. I believe these are quite decent.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/391119214165?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 20:39
I am intrigued are these any good ?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231509566523?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Think they were designed for home cinema use.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 21:13
I am intrigued are these any good ?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231509566523?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
No. They are as Grant describes and for small PA systems. I tried a pair ('cos they were cheap) and they're horribly coloured due to poor damping and they lack anything ressembling bass due to the small box and high resonance light paper cone with stiff surround.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:15
Ok I will give them a miss then... :doh:
The System 800 I am still on the look out for but the pair on eBay are asking too much... I reckon on £300 ' ish for a pair...;)
Think the DC6 was a bit better and sure they did a floorstanding version as well. My 637's are what you'd like I think.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:19
I also know that the AMS8 is supposed to be a very good speaker but the only pair I've seen are an Active pair and I have no idea if they are any good and how on earth I would use an 'Active' speaker... :D
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:21
Think the DC6 was a bit better and sure they did a floorstanding version as well. My 637's are what you'd like I think.
Grant did you buy the 637's that were on the bay ? I was watching those... ;)
Grant did you buy the 637's that were on the bay ? I was watching those... ;)
No, I sourced them locally Bev. Not actually using them currently as the way my system is situated the produce so much tight bass the are reflecting off the wall and ornaments lol. will have to move the system, or move on the speakers :lol: PS, they are exceptionally good if you get the chance of a set at decent money. Think the ones on the bay were overpriced
Just looked and he reduced the price to 275 and sold them.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 21:32
I also know that the AMS8 is supposed to be a very good speaker but the only pair I've seen are an Active pair and I have no idea if they are any good and how on earth I would use an 'Active' speaker... :D
The AMS8 is quite old now and predates the System 8 DMT and the rather nice System 800. If I'm not mistaken the driver in the AMS8 is a commercial version of the DC8 unit, a speaker that I didn't like. I found it rather flat, dull, two dimensional and a bit coloured.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 21:35
Not actually using them currently as the way my system is situated the produce so much tight bass the are reflecting off the wall and ornaments lol.
Get them on short stands Grant. The bass will clean up. Sturdy milk crates with a board on top will work, you can hide them with a piece of fabric.
Get them on short stands Grant. The bass will clean up. Sturdy milk crates with a board on top will work, you can hide them with a piece of fabric.
I agree that they would benefit from raising up a few inches. I could also try the sandbag way. there is a flap on the bottom to fill them with ags to stablise the bass a tad...maybe I will do both . at moment I am enjoying the kefs with this new amp.:D
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ortofon-Jorge-Schou-JS-No-6600-MC-step-up-transformer-for-SPU-Koetsu-VG-/291443542101?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43db638855
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:05
I agree that they would benefit from raising up a few inches. I could also try the sandbag way. there is a flap on the bottom to fill them with ags to stablise the bass a tad...maybe I will do both . at moment I am enjoying the kefs with this new amp.:D
Sounds like a good idea.
Glad the amp is working out well. I thought it would. :thumbsup:
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:07
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ortofon-Jorge-Schou-JS-No-6600-MC-step-up-transformer-for-SPU-Koetsu-VG-/291443542101?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43db638855
I like the functional look of that. No tarting up with bling to make it look fancy. I bet it's good.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:16
I am on the look out for a System 800 but I won't be paying the £425 asking on eBay at the moment as they generally go for £300'ish... at that price I would buy a pair to try... I still have a sneaky suspicion that my Heresy's would still sound better but I am prepared to try some Tannoy's.. :)
There are also a pair of System 8's on the bay at £399... any good ???
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:19
I am on the look out for a System 800 but I won't be paying the £425 asking on eBay at the moment as they generally go for £300'ish... at that price I would buy a pair to try... I still have a sneaky suspicion that my Heresy's would still sound better but I am prepared to try some Tannoy's.. :)
There are also a pair of System 8's on the bay at £399... any good ???
Not as good and far too dear.
(I paid £82 for my first pair of System 800s a few years ago :D)
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:28
(I paid £82 for my first pair of System 800s a few years ago :D)
Boy that was cheap Geoff.... I take it you rate them though ??
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ADC-XLM-MkII-Cartridge-Stylus-Marantz-Headshell-Audio-Dynamics-Corp-MM-Gold-/291441744659?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43db481b13
one for geoff to study
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:35
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ADC-XLM-MkII-Cartridge-Stylus-Marantz-Headshell-Audio-Dynamics-Corp-MM-Gold-/291441744659?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43db481b13
one for geoff to study
Saw that Grant. I went through all the ADC listings worldwide earlier. I was looking for original early seventies items.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:35
Boy that was cheap Geoff.... I take it you rate them though ??
They're a bit special!
I've had four pairs. Stopped buying them when I finished sorting my current big'uns.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:38
They're a bit special!
I've had four pairs. Stopped buying them when I finished sorting my current big'uns.
I will look out for them but not at the current £425 asking price..... ;)
southall-1998
25-04-2015, 22:41
These look impressive- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TANNOY-SYSTEM-8-DUAL-CONCENTRIC-SPEAKERS-EXCELLENT-CONDITION-/171751793905?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item27fd3464f1
S.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:44
I saw those Shane but Geoff doesn't really rate them, well certainly not against the System 800's at least... I was going to make him an offer
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:51
I saw those Shane but Geoff doesn't really rate them, well certainly not against the System 800's at least... I was going to make him an offer
That's not what I said Bev. The DMTs are good. You mentioned the AMS8, which is not the same by any means. Those System 8 DMTs are too dear though, by at least £50 in my opinion.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:53
That's not what I said Bev. The DMTs are good. You mentioned the AMS8, which is not the same by any means. Those System 8 DMTs are too dear though, by at least £50 in my opinion.
Oh ok Geoff I misunderstood a bit... how good are they against the System 800's ??
I did have a pair of DMT's which I think were the 15's and I cannot say they were any good at the time, however now I have a better amp they my well be very good indeed... ;)
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 22:58
Oh ok Geoff I misunderstood a bit... how good are they against the System 800's ??
I can't tell you Bev, not having compared them. My mate has the DMT10 which sound very fine indeed and I've had the System 800 (and 600 and 1000), which are excellent. (The 600 is nice but on a smaller scale. The 1000 is very dynamic, but coloured)
A grand for damaged dtm12's....crazy:scratch:
southall-1998
25-04-2015, 23:03
I wouldn't mind hearing the DMT 12.
S.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 23:04
I can't tell you Bev, not having compared them. My mate has the DMT10 which sound very fine indeed and I've had the System 800 (and 600 and 1000), which are excellent. (The 600 is nice but on a smaller scale. The 1000 is very dynamic, but coloured)
I've contact the seller via Gumtree for the System 8's... If he comes back with a decent offer I may well try them out.... ;) Do you know if they use the same driver as the System 800's or similar ?? Thanks for your help Geoff...
thanks for pointing this out (reference SMSL DAC posted earlier - thought I was replying to a particular post), picked it up to use with blu ray player to hopefully let me lose a separate cd player to save some space.
walpurgis
26-04-2015, 10:18
thanks for pointing this out (reference SMSL DAC posted earlier - thought I was replying to a particular post), picked it up to use with blu ray player to hopefully let me lose a separate cd player to save some space.
You see. This thread does have it's uses! ;)
Sean is happy now. :thumbsup:
How much did you get it for Sean? If that's not a secret.
I was watching one of those! might be same one. decent dacs
20 quid....nice buy!
yes just under £24 with postage which I think is a great price. Thing is after looking at the DAC I ended up trawling ebay last night after a few glasses of wine which is always dangerous. Ended up buying a small 70's pioneer amp I don't really need (I only just picked up a similar one middle of last week) and for which there wasn't even a photo! actually I completed the deal this morning after exchange of offers so I can't really blame the drink but I probably wouldn't have got interested in the first place without the wine.
walpurgis
26-04-2015, 12:52
yes just under £24 with postage which I think is a great price. Thing is after looking at the DAC I ended up trawling ebay last night after a few glasses of wine which is always dangerous. Ended up buying a small 70's pioneer amp I don't really need (I only just picked up a similar one middle of last week) and for which there wasn't even a photo! actually I completed the deal this morning after exchange of offers so I can't really blame the drink but I probably wouldn't have got interested in the first place without the wine.
Which model?
Which model?
An SA5300, posting looked a bit iffy but after an exchange of messages seemed genuine so took the risk, £25 including postage. Picked up a SA7300 last week which I really like. The SA5300 isn't very powerful but should be fine for me.
Richardl
26-04-2015, 15:02
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD125-MK2-Turntable-including-large-LP-Collection-/331524688307?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4d306949b3&nma=true&si=jz4X2Emb4x9H3ACVX61KdPXceUk%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
Someone got a bargain.
walpurgis
26-04-2015, 15:23
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thorens-TD125-MK2-Turntable-including-large-LP-Collection-/331524688307?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4d306949b3&nma=true&si=jz4X2Emb4x9H3ACVX61KdPXceUk%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
Someone got a bargain.
Blimey!
Buy-it-now BeoBargain in St Ives (Cornwall, not Huntingdon).
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/bang-olufsen-beocenterx2-9vintage-record-boxes-booklets-joblot-4speakers-/151635645397?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item234e3053d5
southall-1998
26-04-2015, 18:19
Feeling rich and crazy? Well here you go- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sennheiser-Orpheus-HE-90-HEV-90-the-set-Stax-hedphones-adapter-/301585991280?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4637ed0670
S.
Ferograph amp going cheap http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ferrograph-f307-mk-2-vintage-amplifier/281665265773?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3Dd88ac31a697d4b5d88f 5fc2baf7e1a4f%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26 sd%3D151635645397&rt=nc
and a working one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Ferrograph-F307-MK-2-Stereo-Solid-State-Amplifier-/291439233459?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43db21c9b3
Beobloke
26-04-2015, 21:52
Buy-it-now BeoBargain in St Ives (Cornwall, not Huntingdon).
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/bang-olufsen-beocenterx2-9vintage-record-boxes-booklets-joblot-4speakers-/151635645397?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item234e3053d5
Hmm, they are the built in Japan 'only thing B&O about them are the badges and bits of the turntable' Beocenter 2200s.
I'd give them a miss personally. If you want a properly magnificent Beocenter you'll need to spend a bit more:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261828822540
walpurgis
27-04-2015, 09:37
A pair of Tannoy T125 speakers, offered at £275! That's five times what they're worth in my opinion. I sold the last pair I had for £20.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-T125-Main-Stereo-Speakers/281657693613?_trksid=p2060778.c100276.m3476&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140725133651%26meid%3D61cecb34333f44f0909 b0723df3153a8%26pid%3D100276%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D4%26 sd%3D271845206262
They are the Oxford model if anybody wants to know, the seller doesn't seem to.
walpurgis
27-04-2015, 10:41
Bit of a bargain. TD160 Mk.II with Mayware arm & Mayware MC cart & Mayware SUT. 'Buy it Now' £395!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/THORENS-TD-160B-MK-II-with-MAYWARE-ARM-CARTRIDGE-AND-T24-MC-TRANSFORMER-VGC-/121633041604?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c51e4ecc4
Sold separately the components would be likely to fetch around £600.
Anthony K
27-04-2015, 12:34
Feeling rich and crazy? Well here you go- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sennheiser-Orpheus-HE-90-HEV-90-the-set-Stax-hedphones-adapter-/301585991280?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4637ed0670
S.
Good Lord...thats 7 grand more than when they came out
Ninanina
27-04-2015, 21:28
I've just made an offer on some Tannoy System 8's... on Gumtree...
walpurgis
27-04-2015, 22:26
Totally shagged Shure stylus for sale. Will he sell it? Is anyone stupid enough to buy it?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Original-SHURE-N75-6-CARTRIDGE-STYLUS-with-Original-Box-Leaflet-/181728589355?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2a4fde362b
You said you lost one of these Geoff, so here's one for you :eyebrows:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RARE-ORTOFON-MC-25-FL-PICK-UP-WITH-SME-VINTAGE-HEADSHELL-NEARMINT-CONDITION-/161566350914?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item259e1ade42
walpurgis
27-04-2015, 22:39
You said you lost one of these Geoff, so here's one for you :eyebrows:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RARE-ORTOFON-MC-25-FL-PICK-UP-WITH-SME-VINTAGE-HEADSHELL-NEARMINT-CONDITION-/161566350914?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item259e1ade42
Very nice Grant. Good price too. Dunno what happened to mine. Some bugger's got it I'll bet! :D
walpurgis
28-04-2015, 20:33
Ridiculous speaker listing. £1800 price, no brand name, no proper picture, no description. Nuts!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Stereo-Speakers-/281646293549?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item41936d622d
Ninanina
28-04-2015, 20:39
I've always wanted to try a pair of these:::
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rehdeko-RK15-Single-drive-unit-speakers-made-1979-Extremely-Rare/111645705718?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30257%26meid%3Dc3f1a6c22499429f906b0217f09e 0f9a%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2816 46293549&rt=nc
Ridiculous speaker listing. £1800 price, no brand name, no proper picture, no description. Nuts!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Stereo-Speakers-/281646293549?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item41936d622d
Been altered and likely restained. The guy has lots of feedback, so its strange. Needless to say they wont sell like that......maybe he wanted people to contact him
walpurgis
28-04-2015, 21:10
I've always wanted to try a pair of these:::
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rehdeko-RK15-Single-drive-unit-speakers-made-1979-Extremely-Rare/111645705718?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D30257%26meid%3Dc3f1a6c22499429f906b0217f09e 0f9a%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2816 46293549&rt=nc
Some people love 'em. Some hate 'em.
PaulStewart
29-04-2015, 00:18
I've just made an offer on some Tannoy System 8's... on Gumtree...
Bev,
Just a word of caution, Nick from Lockwood tells me there are no spares for System 8s if you should have problem with these
Cheers
The Black Adder
29-04-2015, 03:23
Hi Bev.
My friend has some 8's in her studio. As Paul said though, parts (for the drivers I take it) are no longer available, make sure they are working well before you shell out the green.
Of course, the crossovers could be fixed/refreshed.
They are very nice indeed, hope you can get them. :)
Totally shagged Shure stylus for sale. Will he sell it? Is anyone stupid enough to buy it?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Original-SHURE-N75-6-CARTRIDGE-STYLUS-with-Original-Box-Leaflet-/181728589355?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2a4fde362b
Ha , The HMV TT I bought recently came with a 75-6 S stylus , exactly like that !! with a twisted shank ?? is that the right name for the tiny squarish tube? ( I had a 91ED stylus to hand luckily )
Since then the sellers wife came across another in a box ,whilst cleaning , and the seller wants to send it to me for free .(Very nice of him)
Perhaps its another like this one :D
walpurgis
30-04-2015, 14:11
shank ?? is that the right name for the tiny squarish tube?
I'd assume that "shank" or maybe 'spigot' might be correct. After all the piece you refer to slots into a recess.
Lucky man having an M91ED stylus handy. It's possibly my favourite Shure actually. It just does everything right within its capabilities. Good cartridge. I like the M93ED too.
It's said that the 91ED is basically the same as the 75ED, but I'd swear the 91EDs I've had sounded better.
I just found an old M75 6 myself that I'd forgotten about and bought a Goldring made M75E stylus for it. Not tried it yet, but I'd imagine the Goldring stylus should be good.
walpurgis
30-04-2015, 17:36
Is this 'snake oil'?
Is anybody likely to part with that much money on something like this.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bybee-Golden-Goddess-Super-Effect-Speaker-Bullets-V2-/251900390061?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3aa66eeaad
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