Looking For Information!

[Max Kimmich]

Hi all!

I've been given the option of buying two systems, but since I'm new in the vintage sound system game, I have no idea about the qualities of each of them, or which to buy.

Of the first system I do have a bit of information:

* Sony STR-AV910 Stereo/FM-AM Receiver, 100W per Ch. RMS, 20-20,000Hz range, 0.03% THD
* Sony CDP-670 5 disc CD Changer
* Pioneer PL-670 Stereo Turntable



It goes for $100

Of the second system I have no info, and the images are too small to even read the model, series or anything.






It also goes for $100


For speakers, I saw a pair of RCA 100w 3-way for $25 a piece on Goodwill. Cabinets are made out of wood, and they are about 32'' High, 15 '' Wide and 13'' Deep.

Any information on these components/systems? Recommendations on which to get?

Thank you very much in advance!!

 

[GaryProtein]

Unless you want the Marantz system and need the double cassette machine, I would get the Sony system with the Pioneer turntable. The cassette is pretty much a dead issue.

 

[Max Kimmich]

Thanks for the reply Gary!
The main reason I got interested on system #2 it's because (for my limited knowledge) I believed Marantz to be a better brand.
Any opinions on this?

 

[GaryProtein]

I would say in that type of equipment, the the Sony is better because that system has real separate components, but in the photo, if you look as closely as you can at the low resolution photo, the Marantz really looks like one piece that is made to LOOK like separate components which was pretty common in many older systems.

The Marantz system also seems to lack a CD player.

 

[Max Kimmich]

Sure, but I just Googled some info about the Pioneer turntable and overall seems to be pretty crappy. What do you think? It's Sony's receiver good?

 

[GaryProtein]

I don't know about the specific models.

Maybe you can find am inexpensive turntable separately if you are concerned about it.

I would think the Sony receiver is better than the Marantz set-up.

 

[Max Kimmich]

Thank you!