So I recently got my hands on an old Encore W56P receiver from my uncle’s garage. Thing’s probably older than me, but it still works! I’ve been using it for a couple of weeks now, mostly for vinyl. My question is – how do you keep vintage audio gear like this alive for as long as possible? I’ve heard stories about parts wearing out or dust messing things up, so I’m a bit paranoid.
I’ve been collecting vintage audio gear for years, including some older Encore models. Main thing – keep them clean and dry, and don’t push the volume to max for long periods. Dust inside can kill them faster than anything, so a gentle cleaning every few months helps a lot. You can also check manuals here for specific maintenance tips – sometimes they list recommended cleaning methods and compatible parts https://manuals.online/encore. My oldest piece is over 25 years old and still runs smooth just because I baby it a little.
Funny enough, I’ve seen a bunch of people recently getting into vintage audio. Maybe it’s the vinyl comeback or just the charm of old-school design. Even thrift stores around here have started charging more for these older units.