I've been looking for a vintage 70s era receiver to augment or, more ideally, replace my mid-80s produced Technics SA-929. I basically have too many components (turntable, digital aux, cassette, 8-track, etc) and on top of that the tuner is iffy. So far I've mostly seen 70s units selling no less than $150 with few exceptions.
That said, while browsing CL I came across a Kenwood KR-3600 for $30. It's modest in terms of output and I'm wondering if I should just save up for a bigger model - for example I've seen KR-5030 and KR-5040 in mint selling for $110 and $150 respectively and a Yamaha CR620 for $75. The reason this Kenwood KR-3600 appeals to me is because I rarely see any 60s/70s era components of any brand in Austin for sale at local thrift stores, GWs, garage or estate sales and when I do they are often inflated prices.
So basically - it a good deal on a good little receiver not worth passing or should I save a few more twenties and wait for a more versatile vintage receiver?
http://austin.craigslist.org/ele/3481121022.html
That said, while browsing CL I came across a Kenwood KR-3600 for $30. It's modest in terms of output and I'm wondering if I should just save up for a bigger model - for example I've seen KR-5030 and KR-5040 in mint selling for $110 and $150 respectively and a Yamaha CR620 for $75. The reason this Kenwood KR-3600 appeals to me is because I rarely see any 60s/70s era components of any brand in Austin for sale at local thrift stores, GWs, garage or estate sales and when I do they are often inflated prices.
So basically - it a good deal on a good little receiver not worth passing or should I save a few more twenties and wait for a more versatile vintage receiver?
http://austin.craigslist.org/ele/3481121022.html