My favorite budget component is a crown DC150 A series II I got in trade for labor. I removed a woofer and reconed it for my church. I cleaned up the old Leslie and made sure the belts and lube were good. They had a slightly used DC 150 II sitting around. I asked how much? They said free! It is not being used, we know you will use it. You can get them for about $300.00 bucks. The 45 year old sounds great with lots of kick and power, clean good low end, bright highs, detail and good for a small townhome. Not at all esoteric. And it still specs at 94 RMS L and 93 RMS R, into am 8 ohm load before starting to clip. (90W claimed when new.)Not bad for that age! The Electrolitics tested good too! Amazing great old time build quality? You did say budget, I say its great for me! (Not wealthy)
What is your favorite budget audio component?
Just wondering for the sake of curiosity and general sharing and education among audiophiles, “What is your favorite budget audio component?” And as a bonus, “Why do you consider it budget and why is it good?”
Since budget might be relative, I would say audio gear like MBL, Wilson MAXX speakers or anything ultra high end should not be considered.
Since budget might be relative, I would say audio gear like MBL, Wilson MAXX speakers or anything ultra high end should not be considered.