Yes, As long as it is well taken care of. Meaning being checked out by tech. I have in case been using a 28 yr. old Nakamichi TA4A. It is in ultra mint condition passed down from my father. I did have a tech go through it and change some capacitors, but none were really defective he said. It is a fantastic integrated as my father kept it in one place covered while not in use never moved for 26 yrs. The tech said the inside was impeccable. In fact I use a cdc4a,a Cr4a- Cd and tape player along with a Linn Sondek12 almost everyday. All are 28 yrs old. I did have a tech go through all of them. He changed a total of 24 capacitors and checked every one from head to toe. I also got my turntable reset up all new springs new capacitors and new cartridge. I am very pleased with what I got. I never had high quality gear always cheap home theater stuff. To say there was a difference was night and day. I didn't know that music through electronics could sound like that. Even my wife was surprised. That said I would say go for it and enjoy life.
Would you buy a 12-14 year old Integrated?
My local dealer has a McIntosh 6900 integrated amp for sale from original customer. I'd like to know if you would be comfortable buying a model that is 12-14 years old and if SS equipment can lose SQ over time? The price is right and I've wanted to try McIntosh. Not really a post about the love or hate of McIntosh, but whether vintage gear can still be quality. I'd like it to be my last Integrated purchase.
On a side note, the price is right, but that said, for about $800 more, I could get into the MA7900. What are your thoughts?
On a side note, the price is right, but that said, for about $800 more, I could get into the MA7900. What are your thoughts?