How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect sites like Audiogon?


One would think that with social distancing and shelter in place policies, there has never been a better time for upgrading and enjoying your audio system.   But is now the time to buy and sell?  The mass unemployment and economic distress accompanying the pandemic seems certain to undermine what is essentially a luxury market encompassing both gearheads and music lovers?  What effects on buying and selling audio gear — both short and long term — can we foresee?
merlin
Post removed 
So, my post at the top of the page got deleted because according to Tammy, "I mentioned the government not doing much early."  Others have posted about the government in this thread but all is ok.  Who reported or deleted me?
All of us carry wounds from our childhood until now. Thinking deeply enough to sort them all out is deep, hard work. So, we patch together a normality that works and hopefully fits in society - and that’s the best we think we can do.

No telling how bad the crisis will be, and how far it will test our honor and humility. I’m hoping and praying I get through this with a sense of grace, caring for my own and others. 
It doesn’t really matter to me why or when, it just is. Past taking precautions, there is nothing left to do except deal with it.

I’m looking forward to a time when audio is our biggest concern.

I sincerely wish you all the best. Be safe and honorable.

In 2014, the Ebola epidemic put the world on notice.

In 2015, Bill Gates predicted a pandemic. Video here.

In 2016, Obama set up the National Security Council Directorate For Global Health Security and Biodefense. Its primary mission was preparedness for pandemics.

In 2018, Trump disbanded it. Article here.

Dealing with the post-pandemic economy. Article here.

Some young people are calling this virus ’ a boomer remover’.

Mother Nature always wins.


Steakster +1.  I read from many sources, just not faux.   It seems to me we are being gaslighted on the corona virus.  I saw some early warnings on Veterans Today back in Dec.  Now back on topic.  It seems to me that posters are becoming more vicious and nasty on various forums and sites.  NuPrime was attacked for suggesting we take care of each other, and might find some discounts on audio gear.  He was called a profiteer, even tho he did not raise prices nor offer any specials.  Take care.