Originally Posted by Paul Waters

I have a 1979 vintage Realistic receiver.Tandy (Radio Shack) was venturing into audiophile quality and this was priced aggressively (CAN$799 then) and it was receiving very good reviews.

After 26 years, I have not had any problem with it, except a slider that covers some of the buttons has fallen off. Just cosmetic.

As already posted, the sound is best described as warmer. Or richer. Especially when playing vinyle. I have a Dual 606 turntable that I purchased at the same time, and has only needed a capacitor replaced.

I don't expect that these engineering marvels will last forever, but I hope they serve me well for quite a few years yet!

And as for speakers, I bought a pair of Boston Accoustic A200's back in 1979 as well. They lasted 21 years. I replaced them with BA's again. Won't settle for less.