How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect sites like Audiogon?


One would think that with social distancing and shelter in place policies, there has never been a better time for upgrading and enjoying your audio system.   But is now the time to buy and sell?  The mass unemployment and economic distress accompanying the pandemic seems certain to undermine what is essentially a luxury market encompassing both gearheads and music lovers?  What effects on buying and selling audio gear — both short and long term — can we foresee?
merlin

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In 2014, the Ebola epidemic put the world on notice.

In 2015, Bill Gates predicted a pandemic. Video here.

In 2016, Obama set up the National Security Council Directorate For Global Health Security and Biodefense. Its primary mission was preparedness for pandemics.

In 2018, Trump disbanded it. Article here.

Dealing with the post-pandemic economy. Article here.

Some young people are calling this virus ’ a boomer remover’.

Mother Nature always wins.