Although you have some nice components already, I don't think any of them are or will be collectables-Maybe the LP-12. Right now, 50's & 60's tube audio are highly sought collectables-Certain model AR,KLH, Jensen JBL, Advent speakers. AR, Dual, Rek-o-kut turntables. KLH Radios, KLH phono combos. Pilot, Fisher, Mac, Scott, Marantz amps,rcvs & tuners (mono & stereo)are easily found on Ebay, Audiogon(sometimes)- prices can vary on condition etc. Right now, because prices are low ( bad economy),I would grab these pieces from the 50's/60's fast. They will only increase in value in the next 20 years. In 20 years, perhaps pieces like Rega 3, Vandersteen 2c, LS3/5, Cary amps, etc and basically any piece highly regarded by audiophiles MAYBE valuable collectables. I'm sure I've left out many other collectable pieces but I don't have the time to cover your question adequately here. Contact me if you want to continue the discussion....
Which Classic Componets Would You Collect?
I asked this question in a different way in another thread and didn't get any responses. Because I'm a collector of many things, enjoy the hunt for new treasures, and have recently caught the audiophile bug, (I've purchased three tube components from Space-tech, the Sony SCD-777ES CD transport, Totem Wind speakers, Magnum Dynalab MD-90, Linn Sondek LP-12 and some other equipment) I would like to know what would you purchase for audio component(s) that either are already classics or that you believe will become classics and very collectable over the next ten to twenty years?
In this list, I would assume the Linn Sondek LP-12 would be considered a classic and because of this I'm also assuming that it's value as a piece will not diminish much over time. Maybe the Sony SCD-1 will fit in here, because I think that it was the first class A SACD player and may still be the best out there. I would be curious to see your choices.
In this list, I would assume the Linn Sondek LP-12 would be considered a classic and because of this I'm also assuming that it's value as a piece will not diminish much over time. Maybe the Sony SCD-1 will fit in here, because I think that it was the first class A SACD player and may still be the best out there. I would be curious to see your choices.