Being an audiophile is hard to do on a budget, but it is possible. Weblog MakeUseOf notes that buying vintage audio gear is a great way to get bang for your buck.
We recently ran down the five best A/V receivers, but if you're not looking to spend a bundle?or if you just want something for audio?sometimes vintage is the best way to go hit up eBay or Craigslist for an older model:
For the money you put in, an old vintage audio amp has the potential to provide way more bang for your buck than a modern active speaker system.
To determine if an amp or set of speakers is worth your money you will need to sharpen your search skills and check out forums like AudioKarma and AVForums. Certain brands (Sansui, Luxman and Marantz to name but a few) hold their value better than others (Teac, Sanyo, Onkyo) but aren't necessarily "better". Even an unheard of model sitting at the back of a thrift store might delight you with a light and clean performance worthy of any entertainment system. Oh yeah, be warned?this is addictive territory.
This is also one of the most oft-suggested tips over at Reddit's audiophile forum, too. Hit up the MakeUseOf post for tips on where to buy, how to find a quality amp, and how to set it up for all your new digital music (or, if you're a vinyl buff, your turntable).
Quality Sound On The Cheap ? Buying Vintage Audio Equipment | MakeUseOf
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