Still happily using vintage gear?


I was sitting listening to my main system consisting of an Audio Research SP8 preamp, NYAL Moscode 600 Maxi, Vandersteen 5 speakers, Thorens TD126MkIII with Sumiko Blue Point, VPI HW16, and was completely satisfied, again, with the experience. (Kimber 12TC, Morrow, Straightwire, AQ and Furman accessories)
All the equipment has been well cared for and kept in good repair: caps replaced, TT overhauled etc.
But it has an average age of about 30 years!
I love reading about all the latest gear, and lust after some of it dearly, but... I'm satisfied with what I have.
I'm playing with digital and having my fun with that, but I was wondering:
Is anyone else still happy with equipment that is now considered "vintage"?
(I don't think of it as "vintage", I just think of it as long-lasting!)
So... what's the oldest piece in your rig?
Mine is the Moscode. 40 years young.

fredapplegate

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My regularly maintained and occasionally updated MFA Luminescence tube preamp and M120 mono amps continue to sound absolutely lovely. I came close to selling the three components earlier this year, but Providence and reason prevailed and I did not.  I've had this gear for decades, and after much experimentation and auditioning of other components, I realized I needn't look further because I was already "there."

Oh, shame on me. I forgot to mention my Linn LP12.  Modest upgrades over the years and now running the original Ittok arm with a Hana LO cart.