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Soundcraftsmen???
« on: August 10, 2010, 08:15:19 AM »
A friend of mine and his father owned a local "high end" audio store back in the late 70's thru mid 80's. Unfortunately, his father has recently passed away; however, he leaves behind a stash of Soundcraftsmen equipment--demos, personal collection, some unsold inventory, some junk (?). I remember playing with this stuff back in the 80's and recall that it had a following back then--kind of as the "low end" of "high end" audio at the time. My friend has no interest in this stuff other than LIQUIDATION. Should I open my checkbook and load up the van? Any comments, suggestions, and/or rants welcome! I do know that this company eventually "de-volved" into MTX--much like Pioneer, Kenwood, Fisher, etc. Is the original stuff still worth a listen (or a buck)? I've seen some listings on the net, and the prices/ratings are all over the map...
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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #1 on: August 10, 2010, 08:52:38 AM »
Yes, you should grab the stuff. :o
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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #2 on: August 10, 2010, 06:39:21 PM »
Get it on the Cheep, then swap out with Falcon 377 to assist with his downsizing!!!   :P :P :P...no, seriously...they made a few quality pieces. CHEAP is the word!!!
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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #3 on: August 10, 2010, 07:26:13 PM »
Kingman, you are funny. :D :D :D
 Soundcrafstmen, did make some good amps, a long time ago.

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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #4 on: August 11, 2010, 07:45:37 AM »
CHEAP is the word!!! The family wants to sell the house--that means getting it empty. Guess I'll assist with a little road trip this weekend...

BTW--If anyone has any specifics on models/items worth keeping (or worth $$$--not always the same), please post.

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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #5 on: August 11, 2010, 12:15:52 PM »
Pick up the goodies and check them out. Rule no. 1: If it is heavy, it is likely good. ;) Post what you get and I am sure we can separate cats from dogs.
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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #6 on: August 12, 2010, 07:53:37 AM »
Yeah--like I stated in my welcome wagon post, you buy amplification by the pound--even I know that! Besides, every pound counts when you weigh in at the scrap yard too...

I'll work on posting an inventory once I get my hands on the goodies...

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Re: Soundcraftsmen???
« Reply #7 on: August 12, 2010, 03:47:38 PM »
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Rule no. 1: If it is heavy, it is likely good.
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