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bmwr75

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Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« on: January 25, 2013, 04:44:03 PM »
Hello Guys and Gals,

I'm looking for some wood cabinets for a Fisher integrated amp and separate tuner.  Anyone purchased a repro cabinet from the fellow in Somerset that sells on eBay?  If yes, thoughts on quality of the work and service?

Thanks,
Scott
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #1 on: January 25, 2013, 06:28:54 PM »
I've thought about going to his place to check them out when I'm up skiing sometime. I would like cases for my Fisher 400 and Marantz 2230.
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #2 on: January 25, 2013, 10:07:08 PM »
Greetings Scott!

I bought a repro cabinet for my Fisher from the McIntosh Cabinet guy on the AK forum.  Top quality work and excellent materials.  First class all the way.  If I recall, it was around $200, not cheap but first class material and quality.  12 ply European birch or something.  Looks exactly like a genuine Fisher cabinet in build and color.  Highly recommended!!
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #3 on: January 26, 2013, 05:34:33 AM »
I bought a Marantz 2500 cabinet from McIntoshCabinets.com.  It is very high, but expensive.  Am just wondering how well built the cabinets are that the Somerset fellow makes.  I emailed him via eBay.
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #4 on: January 26, 2013, 10:09:42 PM »
Greetings Scott!

I'd be interested to what you find out.  Either post your feedback here of PM me.

Regards,
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #5 on: January 27, 2013, 09:50:25 AM »
PM me your email address Carl and I'll send you some pictures of cabinets he has built.

Quote from: schwarcw on January 26, 2013, 10:09:42 PM
Greetings Scott!

I'd be interested to what you find out.  Either post your feedback here of PM me.

Regards,
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #6 on: January 27, 2013, 01:11:16 PM »
PM sent!
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #7 on: January 27, 2013, 11:09:34 PM »
Could you post the pics on the thread?   I've always wanted a cabinet for my Marantz 2230.
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Re: Anyone bought reproduction vintage wood cabinets made in Somerset?
« Reply #8 on: January 28, 2013, 04:57:54 PM »
The third picture is of two cabinets he made a while back that are a little dusty.  But, they give you an idea of how they are constructed.

He uses MDF and walnut veneer for the side.  Uses real walnut for the front and legs.
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