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

Showing 1 response by soundchk54

While this old guy can’t boast the creme de la creme of audio components or even true “vintage” gear, what I have is approaching 30 years old and while I could find the energy given the funds to delve into an “upgrade”, I wonder if the time/ money investment ratio to actual listening pleasure would improve enough to these old ears to justify such an endeavor...
The first “real stereo” I heard was a Pioneer receiver/ speaker set up and unknown turntable ~1969-70.  Blew me away and was my earliest audio motivator until my current system gave me peace...What I have gives me a smile and a sense of awe and inspiration everytime I hear a great piece through it!
Adcom GFP-555 Pre 
Adcom GFA-545 100w/ channel
Adcom GFT-555 Tuner
Adcom GCD-700-Burr Brown DAC
Nakamichi CR2A Cassette deck
Dual CS506 Tt
Nagaoka MP-15 
B&W Matrix 802 Series 2 
Boston SW10 Sub 100w
Boston 360 Ceiling spkrs, cinema 
I recently added a Yamaha RN-303 receiver to facilitate wifi/ digital and to power my 25 year old Boston Voyager outdoor speakers.
My original Yamaha receiver that powered outdoors passed after 25 years.  Keep the music playin..