Lifespan of amps and preamps?


Hello.  I have been listening to the same NAD 1240, Adcom GFA 535, and B&W dm 620s since I was 20 in 1990 (it was a big deal to buy all that as a 20 year old kid...).  Other than doing a thorough cleaning on the adcom a few years back when it stopped working, I have literally done nothing to these components. 

Are they totally dated, meaning past their intended lifespan from an internal component perspective?  I have to say it all still sounds really good to me.  But I never really listen to other systems.
Thank you for any input!
Scott.
cruxarche

Showing 1 response by mrklas

I think the life span of your equipment is different than the utilization of your equipment providing you joy.

I like your equipment and technology has moved forward significantly not only in sources (streamers, DACs and such) but also the cost per sound reproduction in components such as speakers.

I know someone who moved from a vintage system with Carver CD player and and McIntosh pre-amp/amp with Martin Logan speakers tied to structured wiring providing music through in room speakers in the kitchen, patio and garage move to a Sonos set up because was easier to use at a price point versus upgrading a the multi-zone audio system in the house.

Define your goals and budget then you may get some ideas on what you can add and if there's a secondary market for what you may not be utilizing.