Soundthought Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 Hey all, Check this out. A friend of mine, who handles large estate sales, called me up this evening. He asked if I was interested in another console stereo. Ha ha ha. As if 20 of them isn't enough... I asked, "Whatcha got, David?" He says, "Well, i've got this heavy old console unit that is full of tubes, with your name on it." "Thought you might be interested." "Right up your alley." Oh? Hmmmmmmm. I said, "Sure, i'm into it, if it doesn't break the bank." "What is it?" He says, "It's a Fisher stereo with a Gerrard turntable in a beautiful cabinet." ".....and it's heavy as H E double toothpicks." "Huh", I said, "What's the story on it?" He proceeds to tell me that it comes from a million dollar mansion in a nearby town and for the price of gas and an 18 pack Miller Lite bottles, it's mine. Well...... What am I suppose to do? Say no..... I don't think so. Long story short, When I talked to him this evening, I had just gotten out of work and was getting ready to take my teenage son to his high school orientation, so I told him it would have to be after that. He said."No problem." Needless to say, I didn't get back until around 8 and by the time we got to this monster mansion, it was around 10pm. (the place was beautiful) All I can really say Wow. What a cool piece of audio history. A keeper for sure. I haven't had much time to investigate this piece, but my first impression is that i've struck gold. Anyone have thoughts to share about this unit? It's a pristine 1961 Fisher Statesman with the pre-amp tuner in the front and the amp located in the rear. (EL-84 output) A pullout drawer reveals a minty Gerrard auto turntable, type A. I have no idea what the driver compliment is. One thing I can say for certain, is thst it's heavier than most of my consoles including my Telefunken. Can't wait to fire her up. I'm excited and had to share with you all. Regards, John. P.S. I love this hobby....mostly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike stehr Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 Sounds like a nice console stereo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazytubepower Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 do you have any pictures you can post? I love consoles! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lwhaples Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 Sounds Sweet! Must be nice to have an inside source.Thanks for sharring. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott0527 Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 I have a restored(by me!) Garrard Type A turntable. They aren't worth crap but if your's is still working, you have to take a few old beater records, stack them up and turn the thing on. It is just a pleasure to watch. Reminds me of that Honda Accord commercial posted the here the other day. If you ever stacked records up as a kid, the old familiar "plop" brings back a lot of memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcmjrt Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 I'd love to see some pics. Sound like you got a very nice piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 ---------------- On 8/17/2005 12:21:00 AM Soundthought wrote: ".....H E double toothpicks." ---------------- Toothpicks, it is supposed to be hockey sticks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodog Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 ---------------- On 8/17/2005 1:12:01 AM crazytubepower wrote: do you have any pictures you can post? I love consoles! ---------------- Are you sure you're not Fini posting under an alias? Woo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soundthought Posted August 18, 2005 Author Share Posted August 18, 2005 Yeah, it's not a bad looking console. Grill cloth is a little tweaked from people trying to peek at the drivers, plus there are a few deep gouges on the top. Otherwise, it's extra clean. Fingerprints, aside. I'm assuming all the damage was done during the estate sale. Whattaya do? No pics, fellas. But, I can tell you that it is big, walnut, and weighs a ton. It was a good find. IMO I do get lucky, sometimes. Though, you always have to weed through the mire when it comes to collecting anything. I've networked myself, in and around my area, for about 5 yrs now. Got a few good connections here and there. Although, having an friend on the inside never comes free. I still have to "pay the pinsetter" Haven't fired it up, yet. Been really busy, lately. My son is going into high school this year. (Yeah!) Took this morning off from work and went with him to sign up for H.S. football. I've been on a paper chase, all day. Ha. Maybe, one of these days before the weekend, i'll give her a spin and see if it sounds any good. Apparently, it was up and running during the sale. Proof is in the pudding. Regards, John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 ---------------- On 8/17/2005 2:44:39 PM Woodog wrote: ---------------- On 8/17/2005 1:12:01 AM crazytubepower wrote: do you have any pictures you can post? I love consoles! ---------------- Are you sure you're not Fini posting under an alias? Woo ---------------- Hey, what's the number on the amp and preamp chassis? (Something like 440A, 460A, etc.)? That'll tell us whatcha got. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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