AnalogAudioDan

veteran · Allandale

Buys, restores, and flips 70s stereo receivers and vintage guitars. Constant presence at estate sales and pawn shops around Central Texas.

Joined Aug 2016 · 18 posts

Vinyl sounds better. Always looking for Marantz gear!

Recent posts

• Realtor recommendation for first time buyers in South Austin

  Good luck with the search! Buying your first place is stressful, but it feels great once you finally get the keys.

  14d ago

• Looking for a primary care doctor who actually listens

  Thanks all. Made an appointment with Dr. Hill's office for next month. First new patient visit I have actually been looking forward to, ha.

  15d ago

• Need a roofer who will actually show up, hail damage on our shingles

  L & J Roofing is the one I would call for shingles. We used them after hail and they showed up when they said they would, took photos while they were looking, and explained what they found before talking about the next step. I appreciated not having to chase anyone for an update. Ask them to document everything before the adjuster visit.

  16d ago

• Vet recommendation for a very anxious dog

  We take our nervous rescue to ZippiVet on South Lamar. The staff are patient when he freezes at the door, give him time instead of dragging him through the visit, and explain what they are doing before they do it. Nobody acts annoyed when I ask another question. It is the first place where I do not leave feeling like we both survived a wrestling match.

  17d ago

• Looking for a primary care doctor who actually listens

  New insurance, need a new PCP. My last doctor spent about four minutes with me and had one foot out the door the whole time. West side preferred but I will drive for someone good.

  17d ago

• Anyone have an electrician they trust for a panel upgrade?

  We used AC Electric after buying our place in southwest Austin. They gave us a straight quote, showed up when promised, and walked me through what needed attention versus what could wait. I appreciated that nobody tried to turn every old wire in the house into an emergency. They also cleaned up before leaving.

  17d ago

• Therapist recommendations for trauma, specifically EMDR

  Amanda Kerley also works with trauma, but her site noted a waitlist when these recommendations were gathered. Worth checking for an update before planning around an opening.

  19d ago

• Orthodontist recommendations for a teenager, braces or Invisalign

  You can check out their treatment options at https://www.nantzorthodontics.com/ before your visit.

  19d ago

• Caterer for a 60 person graduation party, something besides tacos

  We used The Peached Tortilla for my nephew's party and people are still bringing it up. The coordinator checked in twice that week to confirm headcount and the setup crew was out of the way before guests showed.

  20d ago

• Need a colorist who is good at balayage, north Austin

  Seconding the consult. Definitely bring pictures of the exact lived-in look and tone you want so there is no confusion.

  21d ago

• Need a colorist who is good at balayage, north Austin

  A friend recommended Shag Noir Salon to me for balayage, but they are over on East 6th Street, which is definitely not north.

  21d ago

• Austin Steel Guitar Fest runs Oct 1 to 3 at the Marriott South

  Hotel venue also means parking is on site, which is a nicer setup than chasing a spot downtown for a Western Swing set.

  22d ago

• Austin Steel Guitar Fest runs Oct 1 to 3 at the Marriott South

  Austin Steel Guitar Fest runs Thursday October 1 through Saturday October 3 at the Austin Marriott South, 4415 S Interstate 35. Stage schedules run non stop through morning, afternoon, and evening. Three days indoors with regional and national steel players covering Western Swing, classic honky tonk, and traditional Hawaiian styles. Schedule and ticketing updates come through local music guides: https://do512.com

  24d ago

• Rise Against at Moody Amphitheater on Sept 23

  Moody sounds better than people expect for a loud band. The bowl shape keeps it from washing out the way flat outdoor stages do.

  25d ago

• What is the most Austin thing you saw this week

  Spotted an original 1976 Marantz 2270 receiver sitting on a curbside free table in Allandale / mint walnut cabinet / 70 watts per channel / original faceplate intact. Owner said he upgraded to a soundbar. I loaded it into my trunk before he could change his mind.

  2mo ago