Skylabs Vintage Audio Podcast
by kevin moll
All things vintage stereo and more! We talk turntables, receivers, speakers and how to get the most out of your vintage gear.
This podcast is an audio version of our weekly YouTube video. Enjoy!
Podcast episodes
Season 1
Vintage Stereo: 6 Things I Had Completely Wrong!
In this episode, Kevin goes over some major ideas he was wrong about. Live and learn. There are aspects of vintage audio that he has changed his mind about over the years. Both through experience in owning a vintage stereo shop and advances in technology, Kevin has done a complete 180 on his opinion of over the last few years. What are they? You'll have to listen to the podcast! Kevin goes over his new thoughts on audio cables, digital music, Radio Shack, and vintage turntables. We all grow and learn as we gain more experiences in life. Let us know some Vintage hi-fi opinions that have changed for you. We love reading the comments. Please, as always, keep it friendly. These are still just opinions. Enjoy! Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, WIIM streamers, new vinyl records, and more! https://skylabsaudio.com/shop Good news for our international viewers! You can now order a few of our items on our eBay store. Here is the link: http://tinyurl.com/5fs7wmke Join this channel to get access to the perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkefBAR_BBXW_2z37-ozuw/join Join our Discord. It's free! https://discord.gg/aarHd3tXd5 We just started a Patreon page. You can check that out here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=79064906 We should have our first Patreon video up later this week! ___________________________________________ Some product links below are affiliate links which means if you buy something we’ll receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Grado Phono Cartridges, Record Cleaner, and more- available at https://skylabsaudio.com/shop/ Speaker wire Voltive 14/2 Speaker Wire https://amzn.to/3vNPdCa RCA cables Audiophile 2RCA Male to 2RCA Male Stereo Audio Cable,Gold Plated | 4N Oxgen-Free Copper Core (3 Feet (1M)) https://amzn.to/3Jlm4RV
How To Sell And Price Your Vintage Stereo Equipment
In this episode, Kevin answers the most asked question he gets at the shop, "How much is it worth?". People bring in their vintage pieces all the time asking what we would pay for them, or where they can sell it to get the most money without getting ripped off. Kevin goes over the pros and cons of selling on eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and specialty second-hand stores like Skylabs. Are you thinking of selling a vintage stereo that you no longer need or that is taking up too much space? You have come to the right place! Find out how you can get the most for your gear. Find out if you are asking too much for it, or why your Pioneer receiver is sitting on eBay without any bids. Do you need to sell it at a lower price just to get it out of the house? There are positives and negatives to all of the methods. It all depends on YOU. Let us know your experience in selling your stuff. Have you been scammed? Did you get as much for your speakers as you wanted? Enjoy! Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, WIIM streamers, new vinyl records, and more! https://skylabsaudio.com/shop
These 5 Vintage "Stereo" Systems Changed My Life!
In this episode, Kevin goes over the stereo or hi-fi systems that changed his life. From a Jukebox to car audio to a cheap 80s stereo and beyond. Take a look into Kevin's history in audio and find out what led him to what he's up to today. We are sure you have a piece of hi-fi history that started you off and changed your life forever. What were they? We'd love to read some of the stories behind how your passion for this hobby started. Let us know in the comments! Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, WIIM streamers, new vinyl records, and more! https://skylabsaudio.com/shop Good news for our international viewers! You can now order a few of our items on our eBay store. Here is the link: http://tinyurl.com/5fs7wmke Join our Discord. It's free! / discord
Turntable Buyers Guide - Everything YOU NEED to Know!
In this week's episode, Kevin goes over all you need to know so you are not intimidated when you are looking to buy your first turntable. It's a big step and can be a confusing experience. Learn the difference between belt and direct-drive turntables. Should I get a Crosley? Is it a needle or a stylus? What is a cartridge? Is operating a turntable difficult? Looking for the easiest way to get started spinning vinyl and sound like you know what you're talking about? What to look for when shopping online? Shop with confidence! Enjoy! Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, WIIM streamers, new vinyl records, and more! https://skylabsaudio.com/shop Join our Discord. It's free! https://discord.gg/aarHd3tXd5
Is McIntosh The Best Deal In Vintage Hi-Fi Right Now?
In this week's episode, Kevin lets you in on a little secret. With vintage Japanese stereo components from the 70s like Pioneer, Sansei, Yamaha, and Marantz fetching astronomical prices these days, Kevin goes over some surprising prices on vintage McIntosh gear. McIntosh Laboratory is an American manufacturer of handcrafted high-end audio equipment headquartered in Binghamton, New York. The company was co-founded in 1949 by Frank H. McIntosh & Gordon Gow. McIntosh Labs designs and produces audio amplifiers, stereo tuners, loudspeakers, turntables, music streamers, processors, and various other audio products. Although solid-state components are a large segment of the McIntosh line, audio enthusiasts most revere the warm sound of the company's tube amplifiers. Some of their tube amplifiers rank among the finest ever created for home audio and theater use. Let us know in the comments if you have found any bargains in the McIntosh world. Enjoy! _________________________________________________________ New Discord channel! Join the conversation! / discord Good news for our international viewers! You can now order a few of our items on our eBay store. Here is the link: http://tinyurl.com/5fs7wmke Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, WIIM streamers, new vinyl records, and more! https://skylabsaudio.com/shop