View Full Version : Bargains on ebay? (Part 2)
perlogalism
11-10-2017, 14:06
R2R for £20 anyone ;-) https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/akai-1721l-reel-to-reel-tape-player/1269997473
not on the bay but these are very good and worth the money even though they have increased in price
Emotiva XPS-1 Compact High Performance Phono Preamp
£219.00
https://www.audiovisualonline.co.uk/product/41679/emotiva-xps-1-compact-high-performance-phono-preamp&utm_source=Froogle&utm_campaign=Froogle&utm_content=EMO-XPS-1?gclid=CjwKCAjwgvfOBRB7EiwAeP7ehoiw52R2IPD2Y2hNxi RDk4PbxN-f-U7xqPQ64B-c_XIuzIfUTdBfLBoC9IEQAvD_BwE
not on the bay but these are very good and worth the money even though they have increased in price
Emotiva XPS-1 Compact High Performance Phono Preamp
£219.00
https://www.audiovisualonline.co.uk/product/41679/emotiva-xps-1-compact-high-performance-phono-preamp&utm_source=Froogle&utm_campaign=Froogle&utm_content=EMO-XPS-1?gclid=CjwKCAjwgvfOBRB7EiwAeP7ehoiw52R2IPD2Y2hNxi RDk4PbxN-f-U7xqPQ64B-c_XIuzIfUTdBfLBoC9IEQAvD_BwE
Looks good and the price is not excessive. :)
Anyone have any experience of it?
Looks good and the price is not excessive. :)
Anyone have any experience of it?
Me.i used one for years. Still got it obviously just not using vinyl no more. Probably sell up i think and stay digital.
R2R for £20 anyone ;-) https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/akai-1721l-reel-to-reel-tape-player/1269997473
That was a bargain !!! I see its sold now ,and just down the road too :doh:
Beobloke
12-10-2017, 10:15
Nice Mordaunt Short sub for only 99p. The power socket has "been modified" as can be seen in the fourth picture but "it has been tested and turns on properly"!! :stalks:
All I can say is they're braver people than me....
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mordaunt-Short-Avant-309i-340W-Digital-Subwoofer-SPARES-REPAIRS-/352182796480?hash=item51ffbb00c0:g:AnsAAOSwwrtZ3Oe v
dantheman91
12-10-2017, 10:31
Nice Mordaunt Short sub for only 99p. The power socket has "been modified" as can be seen in the fourth picture but "it has been tested and turns on properly"!! :stalks:
All I can say is they're braver people than me....
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mordaunt-Short-Avant-309i-340W-Digital-Subwoofer-SPARES-REPAIRS-/352182796480?hash=item51ffbb00c0:g:AnsAAOSwwrtZ3Oe v
and their still alive...? :eek: blimey good way to blow yourself up with ease..
spendorman
12-10-2017, 10:34
If the subwoofer bass does not blow you across the room, touching the fuse might!
If I was near Eastleigh I may well bid on this subwoofer and if I got it (for a low price) would fix whatever is going on with the mains input. Surely it would not be difficult. If things did not work out the box would make a useful plant stand. :)
Crazy repair. some folk deserve to die:doh:
Beobloke
12-10-2017, 13:34
If I was near Eastleigh I may well bid on this subwoofer and if I got it (for a low price) would fix whatever is going on with the mains input. Surely it would not be difficult. If things did not work out the box would make a useful plant stand. :)
Eastleigh is just down the road from me so I was also planning to have a bid and repair the poor thing.
Got a soft spot for the model as it was my second subwoofer design when I worked for Mordaunt Short.
That's an amazing bodge up :wowzer:
montesquieu
12-10-2017, 16:18
Eastleigh is just down the road from me so I was also planning to have a bid and repair the poor thing.
Got a soft spot for the model as it was my second subwoofer design when I worked for Mordaunt Short.
Yes I had been thinking of bidding too I'm on the hunt for a sub for the study. Can't be hard to fit a new IEC socket. Eastleigh is a blatt down the M3 for me (under an hour).
Well don't go and outbid each other too much. [emoji1]
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Beobloke
12-10-2017, 17:44
In that case I'm happy to step aside - Good luck!
I will not be bidding. Tom the coast is clear for you. :goodluck:
Set your alarm for about 4:15pm on Sunday and snipe the subwoofer.
http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/-SIAAOSwiKlZ3Oey/s-l64.jpg
Yeicks! :eek:
The seller shouldn't really be allowed to put it up for sale without finding the correct fuse carrier. :rolleyes: There is caveat emptor and there is complete abrogation of responsibility!
montesquieu
12-10-2017, 19:48
Thanks guys I'll be using bidslammer :)
montesquieu
13-10-2017, 10:10
For the vinyl nut who has everything ... https://www.recordcase.de/en/orb-cartridge-warmer - a snip at Euros 289 including VAT .... and no it's not suddenly next April 1
https://www.recordcase.de/media/image/15/07/71/ORB-Cartridge-Warmer.jpg
Product information "ORB Cartridge Warmer"
The ORB Cartridge Warmer has a carbon-fibre heating system inside which radiates infrared rays to heat the pickup. This dramatically improves the sound quality. Enjoy the best sound of music with ORB analog accessories.
ORB Cartridge Warmer
Cartridge warmer
higher sound quality
fits for cartidges in the dimension 24x40mm
dimensions: 35.5 x 69 x 42.5 (mm)
weight: 86g
Made in Japan
killie99
13-10-2017, 10:15
How warm does it heat to? By the time you fit the cart to the arm and get it set up it'll be back to room temperature! For people who live in Saudi can you get a cartridge cooler?
yes you could also just stick your willie in there on a cold day ;)
Yesh, yours might fit.... :eyebrows:
Marco.
Most cartridges like to operate at a temperature of 22 degC or a little more, which is why it is a good idea to have a desk light shining on the TT; not just to aid cueing, but to raise the ambient temperature.
Lovely sansui speakers few hours to go https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 382246333754
Audio Al
15-10-2017, 14:39
Lovely sansui speakers few hours to go https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 382246333754
They have "120mm squeaker " fitted :lol:
Thanks guys I'll be using bidslammer :)
Tom, did you get the MS subwoofer? It went for £42.
montesquieu
15-10-2017, 19:55
Tom, did you get the MS subwoofer? It went for £42.
My bidslammer bid misfired. I was only going to £50 in case there was another issue beyond the duff socket, so I might not have won anyway. But it's irritating when that happens. (Annoyingly frequently actually).
My bidslammer bid misfired. I was only going to £50 in case there was another issue beyond the duff socket, so I might not have won anyway. But it's irritating when that happens. (Annoyingly frequently actually).
Try Auctionsniper instead I have never had issues.
These things took the art out of winning auctions :steam:
walpurgis
16-10-2017, 10:48
Anybody want to play with metal spikes on the cheap? Six for £2.74! (you can thank me later :))
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/POINTED-CONE-SCREW-HEMATITE-METAL-STUD-10MM-X-20MM-DIY-CRAFT-PUNK-BELT-BAG-SHOE-/160918709104?epid=1032325079&hash=item257780a370:m:mkQ4M37lqi6UYakj0GbMcTA
No reason why they can't be used with longer bolts if need be. Could be M3 size.
Beobloke
16-10-2017, 12:24
These things took the art out of winning auctions :steam:
I must admit, I don’t really see the point of them...
I must admit, I don’t really see the point of them...
I used Goofbay for years . The point is , if you fancy an item and no one has bid , or someone has bid to keep in front of the bids, then keeping your powder dry by waiting till the last few seconds (which you could do by being present at the finish too , but you may be tempted to overbid)
In other words ,I have looked at items and set myself a maximum price , placed the sniper bid days before and very often forget about it !
I have many times been very pleased to see I have won ! Very embarrasingly reasonably too!
It stops you getting into a bidding war really , thats all ,IMO
walpurgis
17-10-2017, 10:23
I also used Goofbay until they decided to make folk pay for the service.
I also used Goofbay until they decided to make folk pay for the service.
Yes , the bar stewards;)
Beobloke
18-10-2017, 11:43
“In very good condition”.
Actually, no - I’m pretty sure it isn’t!
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-c-45-Amplifier-/182837336766?hash=item2a91f45abe%3Ag%3Aj64AAOSwH-dZ5jFE&_trkparms=pageci%253A39487e0f-b3f9-11e7-a585-74dbd180b1c6%257Cparentrq%253A2f49773e15f0a9927385 fa54fffa95bf%257Ciid%253A1
You're just being too picky about it! :lol:
montesquieu
18-10-2017, 12:25
“In very good condition”.
Actually, no - I’m pretty sure it isn’t!
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-c-45-Amplifier-/182837336766?hash=item2a91f45abe%3Ag%3Aj64AAOSwH-dZ5jFE&_trkparms=pageci%253A39487e0f-b3f9-11e7-a585-74dbd180b1c6%257Cparentrq%253A2f49773e15f0a9927385 fa54fffa95bf%257Ciid%253A1
Skip fodder. As in, found in a skip several days after it was dumpted.
rigger67
18-10-2017, 14:37
Not quite eBay - Gumtree actually - but I'm so chuffed I thought I'd share on here :)
https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzY4WDEwMjQ=/z/MAcAAOSwaZdZ26wX/$_86.JPG
Picked up this Trio deck for a paltry £40 yesterday.
Heard it playing first - more than decent, through an early 90s NAD integrated and a pair of Castle bookshelves - and the owner actually seemed a bit reluctant, explaining he'd just bought a new Rega but there wasn't much between them.
It's got a Grado GT fitted and everything looks tickety-boo, apart from needing a good scrub.
https://s1.postimg.org/8nyj6axqrj/IMG_20171018_152642.jpg
It's actually for my gf as she's currently got one of those nasty Crossley suitcase jobs :eek:
I'm gonna get an amp and speakers and set it all up for Christmas :)
Looks good Paul. Is it going to be a surprise Christmas present for your girlfriend?
(BTW - don't store your records face down like that. Always store them vertically.)
Nice one, Paul. That's a lovely find, and a real bargain at £40. No wonder you're chuffed! Enjoy :cool:
Marco.
rigger67
18-10-2017, 16:30
Looks good Paul. Is it going to be a surprise Christmas present for your girlfriend?
(BTW - don't store your records face down like that. Always store them vertically.)
Yes it is a surprise.
I think I'll remove the headshell and put it in a jewelry box :eyebrows::eyebrows::eyebrows:
Before any of you advise me against that, she's a stand-up girl who's way more into music than bling. She's a mod and loves proper stuff like reggae, ska, soul and the northern thing.
As for the record storage, how very dare you !! :eek:
The photo was from the Gumtree advert - I can assure you all mine are stored vertically and always have been ;)
On that subject, I was watching American Horror Story yesterday when I had a proper fright : nothing to do with the show, but the fact that Lady Gaga's character had a turntable in her living room with a bleedin' vase sat on top of it and piles of vinyl all stacked horizontally !!
Who dresses these shows, FFS ??
And her, of all people ?? :doh:
https://s1.postimg.org/622adzxs7j/lggtt.jpg
Interesting?? Wheres your soldering iron ?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Acos-Lustre-RB200-Vintage-Record-Player-Deck-Tonearm-Needs-A-Rewire-/222683024476?hash=item33d8f14c5c:g:NY0AAOSw-xVZ54Mo
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hi-Fi-TV-Glass-Stand-LED-Plasma-Lcd-/222655359896?hash=item33d74b2b98:g:cLEAAOSwA79ZoBF J
:lol:
BUGGER! i lost out by £25 on a zeta tonearm today :(
walpurgis
25-10-2017, 15:52
I'd be surprised if you found it better than the Alphason. My mate had the Zeta and it sounded good with his Koetsu's, but I preferred the sound of my 774 with Technics EPC-305MC.
yes geoff,more of a sideways move,perhaps fate lent a hand.
these look quite nice
TROELS GRAVESEN SPEAKERS
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brilliant-Troels-Graveson-Loudspeakers/272775845027?hash=item3f82b514a3:g:Q1oAAOSw0UNZdnP c
montesquieu
25-10-2017, 16:07
I'd be surprised if you found it better than the Alphason. My mate had the Zeta and it sounded good with his Koetsu's, but I preferred the sound of my 774 with Technics EPC-305MC.
It's a heavier tonearm more suitable for lower compliance cartridges than either Alphason or 774. Quite my cup of tea of only it had a removable headshell.
It's not really about 'better' it's more about what you are matching it with. It would suit any of my cartridges far better than either 774 or Alphason.
On the subject of tonearms this is a reasonable one but worth £400? I think not!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ortofon-RS212-Tonearm/132368040710?_trkparms=aid%3D777003%26algo%3DDISCL .MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49131%26meid%3D25f59c38a7164 6e0b89f97e48dea2bac%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D3%26rkt% 3D12%26sd%3D222683024476&_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985
walpurgis
25-10-2017, 16:12
You've said this before Tom. Have you actually tried a 774? They work just fine with the likes of Deccas and Denon MC's, etc. The fluid damping is not a compromise, it's an effective way of dealing with lower compliance cartridges. The sound quality speaks for itself.
montesquieu
25-10-2017, 16:28
You've said this before Tom. Have you actually tried a 774? They work just fine with the likes of Deccas and Denon MC's, etc. The fluid damping is not a compromise, it's an effective way of dealing with lower compliance cartridges. The sound quality speaks for itself.
I had one years ago on a Walker CJ55. Admittedly not in the main system. It didn't shine for me, unmemorable really. But I can't honestly say I've tried one in earnest with a top flight cartridge on a high-end deck.
However I'm so wedded to cartridge swapping (a sizeable chunk of my vinyl is mono) that going without removable headshell would be unthinkable for me these days (hence forking out big bucks for the Ikeda) - so the comparison is academic for me, I'm never likely to buy one.
I do like the Zeta though as you say, works fab with Koetsus, Kisekis, Denon 103s and the like, but you wouldn't want to stick a Shure V15 on it.
I'm on record as having had serial disappointment with Deccas as well so I guess I'm well out of step with the general consensus of the forum.
i have to agree re fluid damping,it works 100% on the rock2,the difference with/without is very noticeable.
I'm on record as having had serial disappointment with Deccas as well so I guess I'm well out of step with the general consensus of the forum.
ive read up a lot since buying the decca,i would have to say all the hype about them being special is true,im very happy with mine,i also read that they can fail,i wonder if that still applies to rebuilt ones,i would like to think there is some kind of warranty once rebuilt.
montesquieu
25-10-2017, 16:38
i have to agree re fluid damping,it works 100% on the rock2,the difference with/without is very noticeable.
Don't get me wrong I'm a fan of the Rock, I've had a Rock 2 and a Rock Reference. But I understood it, the fluid in the trough is mainly to damp out resonances in the cartridge and tonearm that would otherwise get in the way of sound reproduction. I've never taken it to be a device for modifying cartridge compliance. There are of course other ways to handle resonance.
walpurgis
25-10-2017, 16:56
The Decca International unipivot pickup arm was of course designed for use with Decca cartridges. It was a lowish mass device with fluid damping provided by a 'well' at the pivot. It worked perfectly with my Decca cartridges and sounded very good. The damping was specifically intended to give low compliance cartridges a means of properly articulating the stylus excursion. In other words, the stylus was provided with a load additional to the arm mass.
The arm also gave excellent results with other cartridges of any compliance, with damping adjusted accordingly.
Tiny MS speakers [emoji23]
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mordaunt-Short-MS-700-Loudspeakers/192344139771
southall-1998
25-10-2017, 18:52
Tiny MS speakers [emoji23]
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mordaunt-Short-MS-700-Loudspeakers/192344139771
They look rather tidy!
S.
I have fond memories of that as a lovely speaker in about '73.
The only concern I have is the lateral radiation of the Kelly, I think it would be better turned 90 degrees.
Audio Al
26-10-2017, 03:07
Tiny MS speakers [emoji23]
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mordaunt-Short-MS-700-Loudspeakers/192344139771
Very :eyebrows: :D
A pair of nice looking Mordant Short MS 400's - £65 Worcs
https://www.gumtree.com/p/speakers/vintage-mordaunt-short-ms400-kef-drivers-coles-st/1272550660
dantheman91
27-10-2017, 18:33
Missed out on a pair of Spendor A5's for £150! today....Had plinth water damage but oh well still well worth the price the electronics were fine Doh....
Missed out on a pair of Spendor A5's for £150! today....Had plinth water damage but oh well still well worth the price the electronics were fine Doh....
Ah don’t worry, Spendors are generally snoozeville anyway. :P
RobbieGong
27-10-2017, 19:02
Ah don’t worry, Spendors are generally snoozeville anyway. :P
From everything i've read not all of them, generally well regarded speakers Spennies and who wants ear fatigue anyway (Which is what can happen with certain speakers that initially excite and flatter - been there, done that ) :ner: :D
Mission 702e currently at 99p with 2 days to go https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 162722228455
dantheman91
27-10-2017, 19:47
Ah don’t worry, Spendors are generally snoozeville anyway. :P
:) Stick with my Celestion A1 Compacts then...
Technics TT https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 122768191143
walpurgis
27-10-2017, 19:58
Technics TT https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 122768191143
Nice, well made and decent sounding unit.
Decca tone arm lift https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 112619267159
Nice, well made and decent sounding unit.
Too far for me otherwise I would have bid on it
Bigman80
27-10-2017, 22:48
Ah don’t worry, Spendors are generally snoozeville anyway. :PHeard a pair today, definitely not boring by any stretch.
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RobbieGong
27-10-2017, 22:53
Heard a pair today, definitely not boring by any stretch.
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Which Spendor's did you hear Oliver ? I think I'll be pulling the trigger on some D7's before the year's out - very tempted indeed :rolleyes:
Bigman80
27-10-2017, 22:54
Which ones did you hear Oliver, I think I'll be pulling the trigger ion some D7's before the year's out - very tempted indeed :rolleyes:Erm, that's a great question lol. They are Jimbos. Maybe in his signature I'll have a look!
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Bigman80
27-10-2017, 22:56
Spendor SP2/1. According to signature. Very clean sounding, excellent vocal reproduction. Immediate and fantastic dynamics. I was thoroughly impressed.
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RobbieGong
27-10-2017, 22:59
Spendor SP2/1. According to signature. Very clean sounding, excellent vocal reproduction. Immediate and fantastic dynamics. I was thoroughly impressed.
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Yes, Spendor have done some great speakers and the D7's have really caught my attention - I'll have to see if i can get a listen. In the context of my set up would be the ideal obviously but often not easy to achieve unfortunately but you never know ....
Bigman80
27-10-2017, 23:00
Yes, Spendor have done some great speakers and the D7's have really caught my attention - I'll have to see if i can get a listen, in the context of my set up would be the ideal obviously but often not easy to achieve unfortunately but you never know ....I've not heard those so can't comment but today's listening was sublime. Spendors aren't all equal I'm told.
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RobbieGong
27-10-2017, 23:03
I've not heard those so can't comment but today's listening was sublime. Spendors aren't all equal I'm told.
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No, thats it. There's a house sound or that 'dna' flavour with Spendors I guess, which is generally superb in the mids and non fatiguing which is what I love about my 752 Freedoms , hence gravitating towards Spendors when I upgrade.
Bigman80
27-10-2017, 23:04
No, thats it. There's a house sound with Spendors which is generally superb in the mids and non fatiguing which is what I love about my 752 Freedoms , hence gravitating towards Spendors when I upgrade.Today's reminded me of Mission 710 speakers of old. Very clean indeed. Wish be I hadn't given them away now lol. Looking for some mission 770s hahaha
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RobbieGong
27-10-2017, 23:06
I'm guessing it was the 2M Black doing the business or did you sample the Decca as well ?
Bigman80
27-10-2017, 23:13
I'm guessing it was the 2M Black doing the business or did you sample the Decca as well ?2M black, I have the Decca here to try [emoji33]
VPI scout was very impressive too. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171027/ba3aacc07c221e173bf86f58887972fb.jpg
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brian2957
28-10-2017, 07:49
Spendor SP2/1. According to signature. Very clean sounding, excellent vocal reproduction. Immediate and fantastic dynamics. I was thoroughly impressed.
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I paid James a visit last January and thought his system sounded fantastic :)
http://theartofsound.net/forum/showthread.php?48991-Visit-to-Jimbos&highlight=brian2957+visit+jimbos
Huge 350L cabs (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-Cabinets-Custom-350L-Birch-Ply-Bass-Reflex-with-Grilles-Red-Gold-HPD/222679442459?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC. MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D48785%26meid%3D6c5a573d3a524d 629cb4e670aa5b917b%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D1%26sd%3D142532177904&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982) for 15" Tannoys in Edinburgh
montesquieu
29-10-2017, 19:03
Bargain ESL63s £200 and 2h to go https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-of-Quad-ESL-63-Electrostatic-Loudspeakers-ESL63-Working-Well/253216727294?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
Bargain ESL63s £200 and 2h to go https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-of-Quad-ESL-63-Electrostatic-Loudspeakers-ESL63-Working-Well/253216727294?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
Very very tempting.
The seller is also selling what looks like a very nice Radford TT100 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Radford-TT-100-Stereo-Power-Amplifier-with-KT88-Valves/253228137730?hash=item3af592bd02:g:v7oAAOSwGwlZ8kz V). However with 7 days to go and already at £520 I reckon it will go for between £1k to £1.5k.
Did you ever hear/own a TT Tom? I think I asked Will at some point but now can't recall if he rates them.
montesquieu
29-10-2017, 19:37
Yes I was eying that but will depend what it goes to whether I would bid. It’s the same output section as my sta 100 but a solid state driver and splitter section. I bet it sounds pretty good.
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Yes I was eying that but will depend what it goes to whether I would bid. It’s the same output section as my sta 100 but a solid state driver and splitter section. I bet it sounds pretty good.
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Some years ago I won an e*** auction fair and square for one of John Widgery's implementation of the TT100 (badged as Woodside of course). Seller pulled out. I got the impression I was gazumped by someone who the seller was having a private conversation with. I was most annoyed. I managed to find out the seller's telephone number, he was shocked when I rang him.
I never reported him to e***. Still annoyed at losing out like that.
Yes I was eying that but will depend what it goes to whether I would bid. It’s the same output section as my sta 100 but a solid state driver and splitter section. I bet it sounds pretty good.
The Radford TT Series were Radford's return to valve power amp designs following their ZD solid-state designs. There was a 25W TT design, presumably based on the STA25.
Some years ago I won an e*** auction fair and square for one of John Widgery's implementation of the TT100 (badged as Woodside of course). Seller pulled out. I got the impression I was gazumped by someone who the seller was having a private conversation with. I was most annoyed. I managed to find out the seller's telephone number, he was shocked when I rang him.
I never reported him to e***. Still annoyed at losing out like that.
You should have done Edward. Many years ago I was the highest bidder on eBay for a Marantz 10B tuner. Seller just didn't want to know, presumably because he was disappointed with my winning bid not being high enough. Ebay gave me his telephone number and address, but the seller could not be contacted - so at my request eBay banned him.
You should have done Edward. Many years ago I was the highest bidder on eBay for a Marantz 10B tuner. Seller just didn't want to know, presumably because he was disappointed with my winning bid not being high enough. Ebay gave me his telephone number and address, but the seller could not be contacted - so at my request eBay banned him.Yeah probably. I live and learn.
One time I sold an iPad and the winner simply turned around in a message saying "I changed my mind". Her ebay record showed she purchased another iPad a few minutes later. Ebay to their credit banned her without much fuss.
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Yes I was eying that but will depend what it goes to whether I would bid. It’s the same output section as my sta 100 but a solid state driver and splitter section. I bet it sounds pretty good.
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Think we're all watching that :D
Think we're all watching that :DThe seller will be pleased about us bidding against each other. :D
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WESTLOWER
29-10-2017, 20:55
The seller will be pleased about us bidding against each other. :D
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Hilarious, you will all snipe each other!
Bargain ESL63s £200 and 2h to go https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pair-of-Quad-ESL-63-Electrostatic-Loudspeakers-ESL63-Working-Well/253216727294?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649.
Item went for £395. Bargain, especially if no work needs to be done.
Was it one of us that got it?
The seller will be pleased about us bidding against each other. :D
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Think I'll just watch :)
montesquieu
29-10-2017, 23:24
Think I'll just watch :)
I might too .. it would be greedy seeing as I have an STA100 being restored and an STA25 already purring away.
HackneyRF
30-10-2017, 10:19
Two pairs of speakers at one of my local (and somewhat overpriced) antique/second hand shops. Rogers LS7's and Mission 770's. £650 and £140.
http://theartofsound.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21737&d=1509355639
http://theartofsound.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21738&d=1509355685
dantheman91
30-10-2017, 10:21
Two pairs of speakers at one of my local (and somewhat overpriced) antique/second hand shops. Rogers LS7's and Mission 770's. £650 and £140.
http://theartofsound.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21737&d=1509355639
http://theartofsound.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21738&d=1509355685
Hi Loz
How much are the LS7's would love another pair...
Two pairs of speakers at one of my local (and somewhat overpriced) antique/second hand shops. Rogers LS7's and Mission 770's. £650 and £140.
£650 for Rogers LS7s? Way Way overpriced. Max £200 if in reasonable condition. ~£400 if in pristine condition.
The shop is having a laugh.
HackneyRF
30-10-2017, 11:16
£650 Dan. Same place as those Dovedales, remember? I would say Edward is probably right, the shopowner seems to pitch his prices too high. He is also pretty stubborn with offers. Not a great combination for a sale!
£650 Dan. Same place as those Dovedales, remember? I would say Edward is probably right, the shopowner seems to pitch his prices too high. He is also pretty stubborn with offers. Not a great combination for a sale!
He is probably simply waiting for someone passing by who has a fond memory of Roger's speakers and does not know how to use the interwebthingamajig to ascertain recently sold prices.
He likely got those speakers in a house clearance sale and got the owners to pay him to take stuff away.
montesquieu
30-10-2017, 15:45
Interesting solution for all you Decca fans out there
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wood-Body-for-DECCA-LONDON-BLACK-GOLD-BLUE-Cartridge-Pod-Italian-Walnut-NEW/263247363125?hash=item3d4ac3fc35:g:T6wAAOSwf3BZ1il o
walpurgis
30-10-2017, 15:55
Interesting solution for all you Decca fans out there
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wood-Body-for-DECCA-LONDON-BLACK-GOLD-BLUE-Cartridge-Pod-Italian-Walnut-NEW/263247363125?hash=item3d4ac3fc35:g:T6wAAOSwf3BZ1il o
Not sure I see the point, as it retains the original plastic mount. All I can think it will do, is add some mass.
Get it while you can, only £25k: https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/162713409075
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montesquieu
30-10-2017, 18:28
Not sure I see the point, as it retains the original plastic mount. All I can think it will do, is add some mass.
Got to be better than the flexi red plastic mount though? Unless the being floppy is part of the design.
southall-1998
30-10-2017, 18:43
Get it while you can, only £25k: https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/162713409075
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It looks good enough to act as a sex doll.
S.
montesquieu
30-10-2017, 19:02
It looks good enough to act as a sex doll.
S.
It looks like the kind of thing you might see through the back window of a pimped up Citroen Saxo.
Got to be better than the flexi red plastic mount though? Unless the being floppy is part of the design.
It is according to the engineers at Decca.
Minstrel SE
03-11-2017, 20:32
I would dispute there are are any real bargains now on an internet site. It only takes one other person to be looking and you have competition on your hands.
Unless its a buy it now, the seller dont know about the item and you spot it first, theres very little chance of a bargain. Ive had the odd fluke but I cant rely on ebay and the opportunities have got far less since 2007 when I started looking at the internet
The sort of eqiupment I am looking for, plenty of others are looking for. A real growth in home dealers doesnt help matters.
So I keep it casual, I dont get my hopes up and good luck to you all
walpurgis
03-11-2017, 20:35
I would dispute there are are any real bargains now on an internet site
I still find interesting items at good prices.
I still find interesting items at good prices.
Me too. The trick for me is to either buy it now, or put in a snipe bid for the maximum you want to pay, 3 seconds before the auction ends.
I would dispute there are are any real bargains now on an internet site. It only takes one other person to be looking and you have competition on your hands.
Unless its a buy it now, the seller dont know about the item and you spot it first, theres very little chance of a bargain. Ive had the odd fluke but I cant rely on ebay and the opportunities have got far less since 2007 when I started looking at the internet
The sort of eqiupment I am looking for, plenty of others are looking for. A real growth in home dealers doesnt help matters.
So I keep it casual, I dont get my hopes up and good luck to you all
I agree , though it does not stop me looking
Someone in Livingstone, West Lothian selling what looks like a nice Eagle SA-200 valve amp (and tuner) for £50.
If I was nearby I would be grabbing it. Nostalgia value alone justifies it.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/vintage-eagle-valve-amp-and-tuner/1273856094
walpurgis
04-11-2017, 09:05
Someone in Livingstone, West Lothian selling what looks like a nice Eagle SA-200 valve amp (and tuner) for £50.
If I was nearby I would be grabbing it. Nostalgia value alone justifies it.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/vintage-eagle-valve-amp-and-tuner/1273856094
I wonder who they were built by?
Eagle made nothing themselves. Much of their gear was turned out by respectable Japanese manufacturers and was just labelled with the Eagle name.
Some of the Eagle branded speaker drive units are rather good. They were made by Foster (Fostex) and Coral, very nice. I have a bit of a collection of them.
montesquieu
05-11-2017, 23:37
Very very tempting.
The seller is also selling what looks like a very nice Radford TT100 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Radford-TT-100-Stereo-Power-Amplifier-with-KT88-Valves/253228137730?hash=item3af592bd02:g:v7oAAOSwGwlZ8kz V). However with 7 days to go and already at £520 I reckon it will go for between £1k to £1.5k.
Did you ever hear/own a TT Tom? I think I asked Will at some point but now can't recall if he rates them.
Went for £1850, higher than I expected. Should be a very nice amp for someone though.
Went for £1850, higher than I expected. Should be a very nice amp for someone though.
Indeed. Still much cheaper than a STA100. :eyebrows:
WESTLOWER
06-11-2017, 09:44
Went for £1850, higher than I expected. Should be a very nice amp for someone though.
I was half expecting a frantic bidding war between some of you guys on here...:fence: You sure you didn't go in under the Radar Tom?
Someone in Livingstone, West Lothian selling what looks like a nice Eagle SA-200 valve amp (and tuner) for £50.
If I was nearby I would be grabbing it. Nostalgia value alone justifies it.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/vintage-eagle-valve-amp-and-tuner/1273856094
sorry Brian I missed this.. ah well gone now
sorry Brian I missed this.. ah well gone now
I'll need to ask my wife about her life with Brian. :lol:
I'll need to ask my wife about her life with Brian. :lol:
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i thought i had deleted it, but obviously not :lol:
A collection of Rotel stuff and a nice looking Pioneer cassette deck
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PIONEER-CT-F4040-ROTEL-AMP-YAMAHA-DISC-JVC-DENOM-ARCAM-TUNER/263283393865?hash=item3d4ce9c549:g:jUYAAOSwX61ZA6s t
Pioneer cassette tape deck CT-F4040 with instructions
Rotel integrated stereo amplifier RA-840B with owners manual
Rotel cassette tape deck RD-830 with manual
Rotel stereo tuner RT-840l with manual
Sony disc player CDP-XE570 with remote & instructions
Yamaha disc player CDX-530E
JVC stereo cassette deck KD-A5
Denon cassette deck DRM-595
& a Arcam alpha stereo tuner
Stoke , a good hr to go and £139
too dear imo
You can make an offer ;) Thinking about it , you may be right
montesquieu
06-11-2017, 14:38
I was half expecting a frantic bidding war between some of you guys on here...:fence: You sure you didn't go in under the Radar Tom?
Did think about it before the bids started to rise but it didn't exactly go for loose change ....
Did think about it before the bids started to rise but it didn't exactly go for loose change ....
Me too. How much is an STA100 worth? Hard to judge I suppose, so few for sale.
infinity black widow arm!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/INFINITY-BLACK-WIDOW-TONEARM-with-damping-trough-excellent-condition-See-pics/222702142830?hash=item33da15056e:g:RX0AAOSwT2dZ-hZ6
farflungstar
06-11-2017, 20:39
infinity black widow arm!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/INFINITY-BLACK-WIDOW-TONEARM-with-damping-trough-excellent-condition-See-pics/222702142830?hash=item33da15056e:g:RX0AAOSwT2dZ-hZ6Thanks for the heads up on this one.
Interesting speakers. Perhaps used originally by Billy Fury? Has KEF B139 and T15 drivers. Probably still sounds nice. It is near me but will not go as don't have space and anyway looks quite expensive (judging by what the drivers sell for on their own).
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Floor-Standing-Speakers-Billy-Fury-Connection-Vintage-Corner-Speakers/142555041794
walpurgis
06-11-2017, 20:43
Interesting speakers. Perhaps used originally by Billy Fury? Has KEF B139 and T15 drivers. Probably still sounds nice. It is near me but will not go as don't have space and anyway looks quite expensive (judging by what the drivers sell for on their own).
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Floor-Standing-Speakers-Billy-Fury-Connection-Vintage-Corner-Speakers/142555041794
More like £65. Not £650.
More like £65. Not £650.
Oh! As little as that? :doh:
walpurgis
06-11-2017, 21:14
Oh! As little as that? :doh:
I'd say so. The B139/T15 combination generally sounded a bit grim and those cabinets are nothing special. As for the Billy Fury bit, well so what?
walpurgis
07-11-2017, 15:11
Rappaport PRE-1 preamplifier. Rare and desirable!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/rappaport-PRE1-pre-amp/263301061181?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
Rappaport PRE-1 preamplifier. Rare and desirable!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/rappaport-PRE1-pre-amp/263301061181?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649I did see that, worth trying in my system with the Berkeleys?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Audiophile-CROFT-ACOUSTICS-TWINSTAR-III-3-High-End-POWER-AMPLIFIER-AMP/222699566846?hash=item33d9edb6fe:g:kCcAAOSwV4BZ0VO H
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walpurgis
07-11-2017, 15:28
I did see that, worth trying in my system with the Berkeleys?
Depends on the power amp. The Rappaport is extremely revealing.
I employed the PRE-2 happily for twenty years in my system using Tannoys, with either an Audio Concepts P300 Legend power amp or a Leak Stereo 20. The PRE-2 has no tone controls, but is otherwise like the PRE-1.
Rappaport PRE-1 preamplifier. Rare and desirable!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/rappaport-PRE1-pre-amp/263301061181?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
Yes indeed, and at a bargain price.
Also rare and also desirable is the Matisse pre:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Matisse-Reference-valve-preamplifier-rare-and-superb-line-phono-8000-new/272916849446?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC. MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D1f69a95688814e e3944132cde256e6fe%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D1%26sd%3D263301061181&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982
infinity black widow arm!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/INFINITY-BLACK-WIDOW-TONEARM-with-damping-trough-excellent-condition-See-pics/222702142830?hash=item33da15056e:g:RX0AAOSwT2dZ-hZ6
Should be interesting to see what it goes for. With a very low effective mass of 3g, it is ideal for use with high compliance MM cartridges. In fact it is one of the very few arms that can handle the ridiculously high compliance of the ADC25 (~50cu).
I have one and have had success pairing it with a Decca cartridge (Decca Mk.VI).
oh dont say that barry!
you'll have me bidding on it for my C4E !
oh dont say that barry!
you'll have me bidding on it for my C4E !
Relax - I don't think it would better your Alphason.
montesquieu
07-11-2017, 17:09
Yes indeed, and at a bargain price.
Also rare and also desirable is the Matisse pre:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Matisse-Reference-valve-preamplifier-rare-and-superb-line-phono-8000-new/272916849446?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC. MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D1f69a95688814e e3944132cde256e6fe%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D1%26sd%3D263301061181&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982
Oh I like the look of that Matisse. Be keeping a watch on that.
farflungstar
07-11-2017, 20:46
Lovely Technics...
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.de%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F182 868019618
montesquieu
07-11-2017, 21:00
Lovely Technics...
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.de%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F182 868019618
Very Bauhaus :)
Though i half-expected to see spring tabs at the back :sofa:
Oh I like the look of that Matisse. Be keeping a watch on that.
Yes, me too. Beautiful Swiss engineering of the old school - it was favourably reviewed in HFN many years ago.
Oh I like the look of that Matisse. Be keeping a watch on that.
Like a bit of overkill engineering.
walpurgis
12-11-2017, 09:18
Used Decca prices still on the up!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ULTRA-RARE-DECCA-FFSS-PROFESSIONAL-TONEARM-DECCA-FFSS-MK3-MONO-78-CARTRIDGE/292325088878?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
I'd like the arm!
Used Decca prices still on the up!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ULTRA-RARE-DECCA-FFSS-PROFESSIONAL-TONEARM-DECCA-FFSS-MK3-MONO-78-CARTRIDGE/292325088878?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
I'd like the arm!
Completely overpriced IMO but I agree the arm is very good. It was made for Decca by the British instrument maker Reid & Sigrist (who after WW II made a copy of the Leica III fitted with a Taylor, Taylor and Hobson lens, that many believe was better than the original.) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reid_and_Sigrist
Should be interesting to see what it goes for. With a very low effective mass of 3g, it is ideal for use with high compliance MM cartridges. In fact it is one of the very few arms that can handle the ridiculously high compliance of the ADC25 (~50cu).
I have one and have had success pairing it with a Decca cartridge (Decca Mk.VI).
hour and a half to go,£428 so far
Audio Al
12-11-2017, 17:26
Yes indeed, and at a bargain price.
Also rare and also desirable is the Matisse pre:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Matisse-Reference-valve-preamplifier-rare-and-superb-line-phono-8000-new/272916849446?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC. MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D1f69a95688814e e3944132cde256e6fe%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D1%26sd%3D263301061181&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982
£2350.00 and counting :eek:
Aethelred
12-11-2017, 17:29
Is the Matisse really that good or this is more like collectable item? This is getting into serious money territory. Was tempted to try but I think not at that price.
Audio Al
12-11-2017, 17:33
This is taking the pi-- price wise
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162749140769?ul_noapp=true
And NO RETURNS :doh:
This is taking the pi-- price wise
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162749140769?ul_noapp=true
And NO RETURNS :doh:
Agreed - though some like the look of vintage Marantz gear.
Pierre De Grenoble
12-11-2017, 17:49
Will add value to any setup. really.. :scratch:
another arsewipe flogging his dead old mans /uncles gear with a smart phone....
Is the Matisse really that good or this is more like collectable item? This is getting into serious money territory. Was tempted to try but I think not at that price.
Well the Matisse is/was hand made and in limited numbers, so in that respect it is "collectable". The fit and finish is very good as you would expect from a Swiss made product.
It received a very good review when HFN reviewed it many years ago, so in that respect it is "good".
I love the 'battleship' build and look of the preamp: like something that would not be out of place in a broadcasting studio or a laboratory. I expect it will finish up north of £2.5K.
Garrard Turntables on Ebay -my own experience with ebay-sellers dealing with Garrards
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Dear Sir,
For your information: regarding the Garrard 301 deck delivered we have opened the dispute console on ebay. As the text length for messages on ebay is restricted to 500 characters only, we are sending you the full text of our complaint by mail.
Please find below your original text as found in your ebay-listing for this item and then what we have actually got delivered.
"Colour: White. The white enamel paintwork is outstanding, and I can state categorically that it is totally original and that it is NOT a respray. There are absolutely no dents, scratches or blemishes."
Real condition: 1,1 cm long and deep scratch (looks actually more like a deep "cut") next to the right front mounting screw. Deep chip on the left edge of the chassis.
----> "absolutely no dents, scratches or blemishes. Superb, unmarked."...??
"Platter: excellent condition and no warping."
Real condition of the platter: black paint flaked off at several points and many scratches & blemishes. The platter is cosmetically in such a condition that it can only be sandblasted and resprayed.
---> "excellent condition. Superb, unmarked"...??
"The thrust plate and bearing have been re-lubricated as have all of the linkages. The turntable runs smoothly and very quietly on all three speeds."
Real condition:
Platter tilt while in rotation caused by unusually large bearing side-play -measured up to 1mm! The bearing shaft shows signs of irreparable damage that are typical for running the turntable "dry" for a long time. That is presumably the reason for the unusually large play in the bearing.
Damaged idler wheel resulting in uneven run at all speed. Resulting from the damaged bearing and idler wheel strange noise coming from the drive system and very high rumble, particularly when switching off at 33/45 rpm speed and the platter is slowing down. At 78rpm due to higher speed strange noise from damaged idler wheel and rumble are present all the time while in run.
The bearing was "dry" when delivered. Also the platter was "sitting" on the bearing shaft so tightly that we had some problems to unfit it by hand. This is a clear sign that the platter haven’t been taken off for "decades". In no way you can make us believe, that the turntable was re-lubricated and tested prior to delivery with results as described in your listing: "The thrust plate and bearing have been re-lubricated… The turntable runs smoothly and very quietly on all three speeds".
"As may be seen from the photographs, the Decca Tone Arm is in very good condition"
Real condition: marked and scratched everywhere. Rusty bearing resulting in inadequate friction.
"Cartridge: This is in working order."
Real condition: Cartridge in non-working condition, picking up signal from local radio station when connected to the preamp!
As we are an audio dealer specialized in selling complete Garrard systems and many Garrard decks are going through our hands, we can certainly distinguish a good or mint condition unit from what we call "crappy-Garrard" with mechanical problems that they only can be used for spares. We are sure that contrary to the statements made in your listing, the deck delivered had NOT been tested prior to delivery, or it had been tested but the actual condition concealed to fetch a price that would be for a non-hammerite 301-deck in cosmetically & mechanically outstanding condition. The poor mechanical condition (unusually large bearing play, damaged idler wheel) are evident directly after switching on the unit. We have looked into your previous auctions on ebay and noticed that all your Garrard listings include the same item description, in truth you use a copy-and-paste description for all your Garrard listings.
We consider your business and this purchase as a fraudulent act.
We grant you the possibility to take back this turntable and issue a full money refund.
Regards
Karich, if you do not receive any satisfaction from the seller, I suggest you "name and shame".
There are IMO too many sellers on ebay trying to flog tatty samples of desirable and sought-after items.
montesquieu
12-11-2017, 19:10
£2350.00 and counting :eek:
For some reason back down again to £1k-ish.
walpurgis
12-11-2017, 19:17
For some reason back down again to £1k-ish.
Probably a dodgy looking bid from Albania or the like was removed.
killie99
12-11-2017, 19:17
the price of the Matisse has dropped considerably, looks like someone was trying to uncover someone's max bid and has then retracted their bid.
the price of the Matisse has dropped considerably, looks like someone was trying to uncover someone's max bid and has then retracted their bid.Yip, that's an old trick that one, it also let's watchers know that the withdrawn bidder is prepared to go to 2350 and put off the competition.
montesquieu
12-11-2017, 19:28
Agreed - though some like the look of vintage Marantz gear.
£1k for a Marantz 5020 cassette deck? It it really worth any more than a tenner?
OoooooooooooooHooooooooo.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUDIOMASTER-11A-MONO-PAIR-AMPLIFIERS-EXTREMELY-RARE/172976409927?hash=item2846328d47:g:bzUAAOSweZJaCDC b
OoooooooooooooHooooooooo.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUDIOMASTER-11A-MONO-PAIR-AMPLIFIERS-EXTREMELY-RARE/172976409927?hash=item2846328d47:g:bzUAAOSweZJaCDC b
Looks like some serious kit there.
Surprised that eBay have not rejected the listing as it is an auction but seller says he reserves the right to withdraw the sale as s/he has advertised eleswhere.
I tried that once and my listing was rejected on the grounds that it is unfair on people bidding. Fair point.
A BIN price would be ok.
No surprise the Matisse Pre went for ..... £2350 - exactly the same as the withdrawn bid, so the winner already knew he would be the highest and then put £2350 back in again to win. I went for it but not quite as far as 2350 and didn't fancy over 2 grand for it
2 pairs of mission 720s, need a little work https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 302524804393
2 pairs of mission 720s, need a little work https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 302524804393
Are these worth bringing back to life?
Are these worth bringing back to life?
I bought a set of the mission (Cyrus) 781s recently and was the first time have heard a old pair of missions, until that moment I didn't think much of them as the post 90 models haven't appealed to me. I was really surprised at how detailed and warm they sound. I've got a few speakers at home and would rate the old missions up there as some quality speakers.
On a side note a pair of these sold in may for £95 so could be worth it if they only need refoaming. The cabinets are fine and little blemishes and knocks are just a part of their old life lol.
Hopefully someone who has more experience with mission speakers could offer some advice too
Taz
the price of the Matisse has dropped considerably, looks like someone was trying to uncover someone's max bid and has then retracted their bid.
How can they do that without commitment should no-one outbid them?
How can they do that without commitment should no-one outbid them?They get their mate to put in a bid that beats the highest one, that way they know what the top bid is, they then withdraw that high bid, and if not many bids come in they know that their withdrawn bid will still be the highest if they bid that figure themselves. Funnily enough the withdrawn bidder on the Matisse has withdrawn a total of 6 bids, so I don't think it's the first time the winner of it has used this method [emoji6]
They get their mate to put in a bid that beats the highest one, that way they know what the top bid is, they then withdraw that high bid, and if not many bids come in they know that their withdrawn bid will still be the highest if they bid that figure themselves. Funnily enough the withdrawn bidder on the Matisse has withdrawn a total of 6 bids, so I don't think it's the first time the winner of it has used this method [emoji6]
Seen it happen a few times too. It's done to milk the most out the buyer's and tries to outsmart the snipers...
And I agree Geoff if the your bid wins then you should commit to buy or get off eBay.
Sansui amp anyone..? Mint condition https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 391924712532
Seller has other audio equipment too at reasonable prices
walpurgis
14-11-2017, 09:35
Tannoy T145 Ascots in nice condition. Bidding already up to £301, with over two days to go. Will these fetch a record price?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-T145-Studio-Domestic-Monitors-Powerful-Dynamic-Detailed-Good-Condit/232555773010?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
The Ascot tends to be 'below the radar' as far as Tannoys go, but actually sounds pretty damn good. It has the real 'pepperpot' DC magic.
Yes. I've got a pair! :D
I bought a set of the mission (Cyrus) 781s recently and was the first time have heard a old pair of missions, until that moment I didn't think much of them as the post 90 models haven't appealed to me. I was really surprised at how detailed and warm they sound. I've got a few speakers at home and would rate the old missions up there as some quality speakers.
On a side note a pair of these sold in may for £95 so could be worth it if they only need refoaming. The cabinets are fine and little blemishes and knocks are just a part of their old life lol.
Hopefully someone who has more experience with mission speakers could offer some advice too
Taz
Thanks Taz
Probably not worth while even though at face value they seem good value. Still only £23 for two pairs. It will be interesting to see if anyone grabs them and for what.
I had some Mission Freedoms at some point (the one with the silk tweeters), surprisingly detailed and full sound but second hand values were very low. Sold them on for peanuts - I think £50.
I had some Mission Freedoms at some point (the one with the silk tweeters), surprisingly detailed and full sound but second hand values were very low. Sold them on for peanuts - I think £50.
That's the problem with selling them on, if one knows the mission brand of old they will buy them but these buyer's are far and few in today's market.
I've just bought another pair of 781s with a dodgy non stock driver and butchered front baffle for a few quid, will be using these for parts but still I couldn't believe they went so cheap. Even in parts they are worth much more so i agree the work needed on the 720s may not bring back the money in a resale
Sansui amp anyone..? Mint condition https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 391924712532
Seller has other audio equipment too at reasonable prices
Gosh , hes good loads of stuff . Nice old Technics cassette player
They get their mate to put in a bid that beats the highest one, that way they know what the top bid is, they then withdraw that high bid, and if not many bids come in they know that their withdrawn bid will still be the highest if they bid that figure themselves. Funnily enough the withdrawn bidder on the Matisse has withdrawn a total of 6 bids, so I don't think it's the first time the winner of it has used this method [emoji6]
Yes, but how can you withdraw a bid? I thought if you made a bid that was the highest bid, and no other bid was made that outbid you, you would be the winner and would be committed to complete the purchase. Obviously I'm missing something here.
walpurgis
14-11-2017, 19:53
Yes, but how can you withdraw a bid? I thought if you made a bid that was the highest bid, and no other bid was made that outbid you, you would be the winner and would be committed to complete the purchase. Obviously I'm missing something here.
Yes. Bids can be withdrawn. A reason is asked, 'mistake' is the obvious one.
Yes, but how can you withdraw a bid? I thought if you made a bid that was the highest bid, and no other bid was made that outbid you, you would be the winner and would be committed to complete the purchase. Obviously I'm missing something here.You can withdraw any bid up to a certain time before auction ends. The option is there in case you enter the wrong amount ie: £999.00 instead of say £99.00
Ah - is that a recent option? I've been using ebay for years, and always thought (and you are reminded by ebay) that if your bid was the highest when the bidding closes, you are contractually obliged to complete the purchase.
Having said that, I have been outbid on a couple of items only to have the seller contact me to say the winning bidder could not/would not complete, so would I be interested in buying the item for the amount I bidded? Again, I always assumed those 'winning' bidders who defaulted would be reported by the sellers and their bidding rights would then be withdrawn.
Ah - is that a recent option? I've been using ebay for years, and always thought (and you are reminded by ebay) that if your bid was the highest when the bidding closes, you are contractually obliged to complete the purchase.
Having said that, I have been outbid on a couple of items only to have the seller contact me to say the winning bidder could not/would not complete, so would I be interested in buying the item for the amount I bidded? Again, I always assumed those 'winning' bidders who defaulted would be reported by the sellers and their bidding rights would then be withdrawn.You can only withdraw a bid BEFORE the auction ends, it has been this way for years, so no it's not a new thing, one the auction ends and you have the highest bid you CAN'T withdraw it, I thought you were talking about prior to auction end [emoji6]
The bid that was withdrawn on the Matisse Pre Amp was done BEFORE the auction ended.
If anyone offers a next highest bidder deal then they might have more than 1 of the same item, OR they had a mate shill bidding to boost the price and it backfired because they 'won' it.
It's cheaper to shill the bids than put a reserve on an item [emoji6]
walpurgis
15-11-2017, 10:02
More loony Decca related pricing. Over £200 (posted) for an SME/FFSS adaptor.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SME-DECCA-D3-ADAPTOR-FOR-DECCA-FFSS-HEADS-TO-SME-3009-3012-SERIES-2-MINT-RARE/142580236963?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
I'd sooner make one myself.
tired Garrard 401 for £30 - Gumtree near Bristol. Selling some other stuff cheaply also.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/garrard-401-turntable/1275718652
worse than tired but still worth a lot more for parts i would think
walpurgis
16-11-2017, 19:52
Tannoy T145 Ascots in nice condition. Bidding already up to £301, with over two days to go. Will these fetch a record price?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-T145-Studio-Domestic-Monitors-Powerful-Dynamic-Detailed-Good-Condit/232555773010?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
The Ascot tends to be 'below the radar' as far as Tannoys go, but actually sounds pretty damn good. It has the real 'pepperpot' DC magic.
Yes. I've got a pair! :D
Ending in a minute. £398 at the moment. May get more bids. Has to be a record for these. I normally expect them to go at around £200. Tannoy stuff is going loopy these days.
walpurgis
16-11-2017, 20:05
Ending in a minute. £398 at the moment. May get more bids. Has to be a record for these. I normally expect them to go at around £200. Tannoy stuff is going loopy these days.
They just sold for £576! That's insane!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-T145-Studio-Domestic-Monitors-Powerful-Dynamic-amp-Detailed-Good-Condit-/232555773010?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&nma=true&si=uPOzs0v8MAFr7ESFGxdh%252BUsCrRc%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
Not sure if it's much of a bargain but may be of interest to folk here, it's in Edinburgh:
https://www.gumtree.com/p/record-players-turntables/emt-9-950-301-bbc-wide-body-turntable-full-working-condition/1274894220
Not sure if it's much of a bargain but may be of interest to folk here, it's in Edinburgh:
https://www.gumtree.com/p/record-players-turntables/emt-9-950-301-bbc-wide-body-turntable-full-working-condition/1274894220
Thought by some to be the Holy Grail of direct drive TTs. The asking price is more or less typical for a "BBC" EMT 950.
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 11:44
Old EMI speakers. Model 350 units in boxes at a ludicrous £400!! Take a zero off the price and you'd be about right.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EMI-Speakers-LE-300-319-350-Rare-1960-s-British-Hi-End-MINT/122806017080?hash=item1c97cf1c38:g:oXsAAOSww6dZ~jr T
decca c4e,prices are on the up!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142586014908?ul_noapp=true
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 17:12
Bloody typical. I have an item for sale on ebay and the listing clearly says 'UK sale only. No overseas bidders. Will only dispatch within UK' and what do I get? A bid from China!!! Useless fucker :steam:. He won't get it and I may have to relist. I so want to punch this turd!!!
just remove his bid geoff.
i wouln't worry too much either your only selling tat from what i can see :D
What are you selling Geoff?
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 17:26
Done that, but his bid shouldn't have appeared anyway. China is on my blocked countries list.
(yeah, I specialise in 'old tat', there's a big demand :D)
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 17:28
What are you selling Geoff?
These Philips 9710M drivers.
http://i63.tinypic.com/2w409rd.jpg
nice and clean those... I will stick to my Telefunkens tho:) glws. they should sell ok as they are more desirable than mine
Firebottle
18-11-2017, 17:37
Ooh, I've got a pair of these as well, money money money :)
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 17:39
nice and clean those... I will stick to my Telefunkens tho:) glws. they should sell ok as they are more desirable than mine
Bid up to £190 so far.
There's a pair in the US that would total around £500 with carriage, duty & taxes etc., if sent here. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/pair-of-vintage-philips-ad-9710-M-01-8-full-range-speakers-excellent-condition/232422731814?hash=item361d797026:g:1BoAAOSwBoZZdjO g
walpurgis
18-11-2017, 17:42
Ooh, I've got a pair of these as well, money money money :)
They measure badly, but sound great. Best used with a beefy bass driver and employed as mid/top I reckon.
montesquieu
19-11-2017, 21:25
I was alerted to these over on PFM by someone who asked me what I thought they were. I don't actually know what they are but I do know they aren't what they were supposed to be which is 12in Monitor Golds (that's what he told the PFM enquirer they were, he's deliberately vague of course in the listing as these sorts of chancers so often are):
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/tannoy-gold-speakers-with-pro-flex-200-crossover/253257465736
A polite message to him on ebay telling him this wasn't the case elicited an angry response, which confirmed they guy as a scam artist. Just wish there was something could be done about these idiots ... unfortunately the listing itself while misleading in its intent just about stops short of actually lying, lying over PM being much easier to get away with.
They do look like a pair recently posted by a member here, pepper-pot and cut away baskets, but I accept that they are not 'Golds'. The member described the ceramic magnet, in the last couple of days I think.
He should not be angry, especially in a legal contract context.
walpurgis
19-11-2017, 23:22
I suspect those are possibly from the 'Wildcats' series of professional monitors.
Here's a Lynx:
http://i64.tinypic.com/6o2wb5.jpg
Not my cup o' tea but it's looks in superb condition, mind you not cheap!
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 322876637052
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171120/f242c329476a16c2ca88725c9a562f54.jpg
Not my cup o' tea but it's looks in superb condition, mind you not cheap!
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 322876637052
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171120/f242c329476a16c2ca88725c9a562f54.jpg
Asking price seems rather a lot despite the excellent cosmetic condition. For the same amount one could buy the better EMT 950 301 complete with groove cueing indicator.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EMT-9-950-301-BBC-Wide-Body-Turntable/282739630274?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49131%26meid%3Dcfb0eecf82ef4e4 19d5edb37407a93a3%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D 6%26sd%3D322876637052&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
Yeah I don't know the machines or prices just thought I'd show it.
Seller has a shop so he would take less outwith eBay no doubt, I bet you could haggle it down to a fair price. One of his other BBC decks eventually sold for 100's less than his original asking [emoji6]
walpurgis
20-11-2017, 18:44
Would anybody seriously pay £40 for a single used cassette tape?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TDK-MA-R-90-Type-IV-METAL-Cassette-Tape-Very-Rare-Holy-Grail-of-Cassettes-/302526623674?_trksid=p2349526.m4383.l4275.c10
montesquieu
20-11-2017, 18:47
Would anybody seriously pay £40 for a single used cassette tape?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TDK-MA-R-90-Type-IV-METAL-Cassette-Tape-Very-Rare-Holy-Grail-of-Cassettes-/302526623674?_trksid=p2349526.m4383.l4275.c10
http://sites.psu.edu/bannistermusic/wp-content/uploads/sites/34499/2015/10/vinyl-pic.jpg
Not a bargain and not on eBay but for anyone who has a spare 12 grand to blow. :eyebrows:
https://www.gumtree.com/p/other-stereo-audio/ads/1276256170
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Technics-SE-A900s-Reference-Amplifier-and-SU-C800U-Control-Amplifier/142588993929?epid=110911922&hash=item2132f76189:g:jzAAAOSwUMxZ-M9w
technics pre power
Say...WHAT?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SANSUI-G-33000-STEREO-RECEIVER-LEGEND-VINTAGE/132322192633?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D5ac8f653072b4cf 19c5c9c7f22d85d88%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D 6%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D142589114697&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
141 watchers? Is everyone going crazy?! :mental:
Say...WHAT?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SANSUI-G-33000-STEREO-RECEIVER-LEGEND-VINTAGE/132322192633?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D5ac8f653072b4cf 19c5c9c7f22d85d88%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D 6%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D142589114697&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
141 watchers? Is everyone going crazy?! :mental:
collectors item.
walpurgis
21-11-2017, 10:56
Can't see the attraction. They'll be worthless when analogue radio disappears...............As it eventually will!
Say...WHAT?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SANSUI-G-33000-STEREO-RECEIVER-LEGEND-VINTAGE/132322192633?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D5ac8f653072b4cf 19c5c9c7f22d85d88%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D 6%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D142589114697&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
141 watchers? Is everyone going crazy?! :mental:It's because they want to see if it sells [emoji6]
walpurgis
21-11-2017, 11:32
AR4xa speakers at £385 asking price?? He has to be kidding!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Acoustic-Research-AR4XA-Vintage-Loudspeakers/182910914700?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
A missing badge and no photos of the drive units. I paid £40 for my last ones. A few years ago admittedly, but even so.
Say...WHAT?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SANSUI-G-33000-STEREO-RECEIVER-LEGEND-VINTAGE/132322192633?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D5ac8f653072b4cf 19c5c9c7f22d85d88%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D 6%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D142589114697&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
141 watchers? Is everyone going crazy?! :mental:
I guess the high price as the serial number is 001.
Ha ha , Mega - Chancers :mental:
Lawrence001
21-11-2017, 16:51
AR4xa speakers at £385 asking price?? He has to be kidding!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Acoustic-Research-AR4XA-Vintage-Loudspeakers/182910914700?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
A missing badge and no photos of the drive units. I paid £40 for my last ones. A few years ago admittedly, but even so.Hmm I sold mine with a missing badge recently to a guy in London...
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Arcam amp, cd player and Sony Speakers £35 Gumtree Chepstow
https://www.gumtree.com/p/stereo-systems/stereo-system-including-speakers-and-cabling/1276492995
dantheman91
21-11-2017, 17:46
Seen it all now Dovedale 3's starting £500 - Buy it now £950!...:eek:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wharfdale-dovedale-3-speakers-vintage-collectable/302535733225?hash=item467088efe9:g:yUEAAOSwywRaEe4 o
walpurgis
21-11-2017, 17:56
Seen it all now Dovedale 3's starting £500 - Buy it now £950!...:eek:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wharfdale-dovedale-3-speakers-vintage-collectable/302535733225?hash=item467088efe9:g:yUEAAOSwywRaEe4 o
But they're "possibly one of the best speakers ever made". Says so on the listing! :D
I suppose he hasn't noticed the other pair going for a lot less money and as to condition.......
"Highly sought after - well maybe.
"The best speakers you are ever likely to need" - Really? Oh come on.
Seen it all now Dovedale 3's starting £500 - Buy it now £950!...:eek:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wharfdale-dovedale-3-speakers-vintage-collectable/302535733225?hash=item467088efe9:g:yUEAAOSwywRaEe4 o
' Possibly one of the best speakers ever produced,' - there you go then
57charles
22-11-2017, 05:40
Those pieces of shite are worth 30 quid max for novelty value - pathetic, sad rip off merchant
walpurgis
22-11-2017, 15:12
A few Vitavox bits for the deep of pocket!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VITAVOX-SPEAKERS4-x-15-ak151-2-x-S2-cn232-crossovers-15-cell-horns-cn-129/282733598598?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
tubehunter
23-11-2017, 07:02
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tannoy-Wildcat-Lynx-Loudspeakers-3-pairs-plus-brackets/302532569421?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC. MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D49131%26meid%3D3d1ba8929c024f 69916f0f4a5eb19dd9%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3 D2%26sd%3D142589104090&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982
Make a nice surround sound system:)
Just in case anyone fancies dipping their toes in the water with a bargain moving coil phono cartridge there is a brand new Audio Technica ATF2 up for auction (it says, unwanted gift) with a starting bid of £99, no takers yet with just over 2 days to go. RRP £169
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Audio-Technica-AT-F2-Moving-Coil-Cartridge-new/192370009592?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.M BE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49130%26meid%3D11e5c318b746476 f83fe36fc13710a48%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D 6%26sd%3D261973135714&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m2219
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dantheman91
24-11-2017, 19:55
Holding their Value :) Sony-SA-H7900 - I have a pair...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sony-SA-H7900-Active-Speakers-Motional-Feedback-Woofer-Electrostatic-Tweeter/263333330661?hash=item3d4fe3bee5:g:JLIAAOSwH3haEcZ u
Hi Dan, are they anything worth having? How would you describe their sound compared to other well known stand speakers?
dantheman91
24-11-2017, 21:35
Hi Felipe
Yep deffo worth having the tweeters and Bass are something else when you sit down to have a listen fantastic bass room filling - sparkle of the electro stat Perfect though not but you can guess when you find a speaker you love Yes Sony much different i love them
walpurgis
24-11-2017, 23:36
Hmm. Mission 774 arm asking prices on the up (again). Probably me to blame! :)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mission-774-High-End-Tonearm/263300380437?hash=item3d4decf715:g:Qs0AAOSwpvZZ~xS X
Next thing will be Toshiba SR-370's selling for £600 (as they should ;)).
Hmm. Mission 774 arm asking prices on the up (again). Probably me to blame! :)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mission-774-High-End-Tonearm/263300380437?hash=item3d4decf715:g:Qs0AAOSwpvZZ~xS X
Well it is in very good condition (without the sagging counterweight decoupling that many 774s suffer), but I'd be a bit leery of parking £450 at its kerb!
walpurgis
25-11-2017, 00:20
Well it is in very good condition (without the sagging conterweight decoupling that many 774s suffer), but I'd be a bit leery of parking £450 at its kerb!
The counterweight has had the foam infill removed and replaced with something else (god knows what).
montesquieu
27-11-2017, 10:47
Radford Renaissance/Woodside prices getting a bit silly - see ESA 225 here. Not a bad amp I'm sure but I think I'd one of Will's superb STA25 MkV recreations, or an original STA25 Mk3.
Anyway the pricing here seems a bit ambitious: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/112658574831
Ambitious or just plain silly ?. He has a lot of alignment protractors though which could be useful for somebody on the lookout ?
walpurgis
29-11-2017, 23:48
Nice full range drivers here. Cost a bob or two though!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Voxativ-AC-X-Field-Coil-Driver-The-ultimate-high-end-Full-range-Driver-pair/112520437831?hash=item1a32bda047:g:NbwAAOSwZVhWTel U
walpurgis
29-11-2017, 23:52
L Cao 6.5" full range drivers, beautiful! Last pair available. Very hard to find, you'll probably never see another new pair.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/L-Cao-FA6-alnico-matched-full-range-speaker-6-inches-pair/322505764526?hash=item4b16d76eae:g:86kAAOSw42JZDET 6
cheap ortofon cadenza black with low hours
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322913267511?ul_noapp=true
it was the one i bought and returned as i didnt do it for me.
Celestion 15 currently at £1.00 with 21hrs remaining, south West London https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 202124810187
walpurgis
01-12-2017, 19:07
Celestion 15 currently at £1.00 with 21hrs remaining, south West London https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 202124810187
Got to be worth grabbing. Nice old speakers these.
Got to be worth grabbing. Nice old speakers these.
Have to agree. Would have bought them myself but I've already got 2 pairs.
Hopefully someone from here gets them cheap as they do look nice in black
walpurgis
02-12-2017, 10:02
Here we are. Sailing Boat speakers. Just the job!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Novelty-Sailing-Boat-Design-wall-hung-dual-speaker-stereo-system/222731187274?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
Vinyl turner
02-12-2017, 21:50
Here we are. Sailing Boat speakers. Just the job!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Novelty-Sailing-Boat-Design-wall-hung-dual-speaker-stereo-system/222731187274?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
What sort of tack is that ? :lol:
Gumtree Newport Wales -nice looking vintage Akai system for £30
https://www.gumtree.com/p/stereo-systems/stero-system-/1278380788
Martyn Miles
05-12-2017, 18:23
Well it is in very good condition (without the sagging counterweight decoupling that many 774s suffer), but I'd be a bit leery of parking £450 at its kerb!
I am planning to sell mine, no paddles but in very good condition otherwise.
I was thinking around £275 is a realistic price.
Deleted as I misread the post sorry. [emoji17]
dantheman91
09-12-2017, 17:12
Just won this Trio KT 5300 for £5 bought to go with the 7100 although the match for this is the KT 7500 but try and find one i know one went for £10 not long ago..
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/silver-VINTAGE-stereo-TRIO-KT-5300-AM-FM-tuner-/292354766441?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&nma=true&si=%252F32U6x3xApNjU1CnjVHl2wMjNI4%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
1978 vintage costing £93 back then..
walpurgis
09-12-2017, 17:18
It'll be decent Dan. Trio tuners always work well. Can't grumble at a fiver! :)
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