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Amateur inherited an audio system...

Recently I've inherited an audio system. I have no idea of what they are, I have never heard any of the brand names before, but upon checking on the internet I've found out they are somewhat high quality units. It consisted of Meridian 506 CD Player, Forte Forty-Four Pre-amp, Forte Fifty-Five Amp, Velodyne Sub and a pair of Rogers LS3/5A speakers. Some friend suggested I check out Audiogon.com, but as far as I can see most of the stuff are WAY over my head. Now that I found out about their value, my girlfriend is pressuring me to sell it, my question is.. Should I keep the system or sell it? It sounds very nice but my girlfriend keeps saying I don't need anything this fancy. Also, if I am going to sell it, is it better selling it as a system or piece-by-piece? Is eBay good for something like this? Any idea will be appreciated. Sorry for being so shallow, I really don't know much about high end audio... Thank you very much in advance.
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rlew
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if you're into music etc....keep it as the money you get from selling can't replace what you got.
if you're NOT into music, well, this may just be junk to you...and if you need the money, sell it,

and if you do sell, i implore you to do your research so as not to let your naivete cost you dearly....
you can confer with orion blule book or gon blue book to get an idea (though not accurate), run an auction here or on ebay with a reserve price that you're comfortable with to test the market and or see what other or selling them for,

remember this: the price you can command on your new found toys is not its intrinsic value but what the next joe is willing to pay for it

as for that girlfriend, i can't prejudge as i don't know the extent of your relationship... and the basis of her position

bottom line: let your interest and financial situation dictate whether to sell or not..

good luck
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