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I've been curious lately. What would a be a modern representation of the classic '70s stereo in today's new market? The feel, looks, and simplicity of the '70s stereo is important with an integrated amp w/ phono, oversize bookshelf speakers, and a turntable. But of course a modern hi-fi sound is important.I was thinking a posibility would be:
Linn Klimax LP12 w/ walnut base
Luxman SQ-38U integrated amp w/ phono
Spendor SP100R in walnutCan it be done for less with new equipment?
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Seems like style is important to you. You might want to "raise the hood" when shopping for cars.
That is the point of this post...a 70s looking system w/ modern equipment and modern performance. When I bought my new 2014 Nissan Frontier pickup I didn't raise the hood. It does everything I wanted it to do w/o looking at the engine.
....besides, with modern engines you need to be an electrical engineer, mechanic, and practically a factory trained tech to service them! But they require very little service these days.
I used to maintain my own in the days of carburetors, ignition coils, distributor cap, points, timing lights, etc, Not anymore!
Duly noted. But it was a metaphor.
Luxman SQ38U will never be able to drive big Spendor speakers.Would work perfect with Klipsch Heresy III.
Have a look at the new offerings from Yamaha and Sony, it might be just what you're looking for - for much less money than Luxman.
That said, you can always buy top quality refurbished vintage gear. Speakers don't "die", woofer foams may rot but once replaced you're pretty safe. And a good amplifier refurbished by a specialist will last another 20 years.
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Klipsch Heresey III is a great suggestion...very classic look and design. The Spendors are 89db. I don't see why the Luxman won't work with them. I do like the look of a bookshelf speaker.
With the recommendation of an inmate Yamaha integrated amps would fit the bill, as long as a silver faceplate is available.
Here is a less expensive possibility. I think I'm getting closer.
Yamaha AS2000 (rosewood side panels)
Spendor SP2/3R2 (available in walnut) 2way w/ 8"woofer
Linn Majik LP12 w/ walnut base (to bad arm is black)
Yamaha has a few nice looking integrated amps available in addition to the well known A-S2000. I have no idea how they sound. Look for the A-S2100 and A-S3000. I like them in silver, not black.
Yamaha A-S2100
Yamaha A-S3000
I've been looking at the Yamaha integrated amps as well. I presently have this 80wpc Sony TA-A1ES but I wouldn't call it a 'modern classic'. It sounds very good, better than my Marantz integrated, but not a replacement sonically for the Rogue tube integrated.
Sony TA-A1ES office system
There have been some reproductions of 70s and 80s BBC speakers that are allowed to use BBC in their advertising. Supposedly this means they sound like their fore bears. They include the LS3/5a, the LS3/6, the LS5/9, etc.
Here is what comes to mind in today's budget stereo gear from this audiophile-in-the-making during that period:
Harman/Kardon and Yamaha stereo receivers and integrated amplifiers.
Polk, PSB, and Phase Technology bookshelf loudspeakers.
Denon and Music Hall turntables.
Audio Technica and Nagaoka phono cartridges.
If I were reliving my college days these would be among the products I would likely audition and purchase.
That was a fun question.
Unless you start looking into some really expensive stuff. Like Techics for around $40K. And Luxman for about the same.A number of tube units comes to mind. BUt then that wouldn't be 70's would it?
charles
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I think the luxman classic series has the look.http://www.luxman.com/product-list.php?cid=15
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Depends on the level of performance you want. For a true budget system, I'd bet this would be pretty satisfying, although not on par with what you've listed:
Yamaha AS-501 integrated (available in October, it has both phono and built in DAC), $599.95;
Rega RP-1 with performance pack and Bias-2 cartridge, $640; and
Pioneer SP-SF52 speakers, $259.98.
All in for ca. $1500, would be a really nice starter system.
The yamaha integrateds definitely have the look, but speakers need to be an oversize bookshelf in walnut and a turntable needs a real wood base for that '70's look in my mind.
I'm thinking of dumping my modern and vintage stuff for a nice modern hi-fi w/ that '70s look and feel, but with a modern sound.
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