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Stereo
Consoles
Every vintage stereo console we bring in is a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture with the warm sound only vintage speakers can make.
No two alike
Vintage stereo consoles were built to be the centerpiece of a room: a furniture cabinet with the music inside. No two of ours are the same. Each one has its own cabinet, its own character and its own sound, and what we have changes as new ones come in.
Every console is cared for by someone with years in audio engineering. Come hear one for yourself.
The sound of vintage
Our stereo consoles are decades old, and they sound like it. That's their charm. You'll hear a warm, room-filling sound, with a little crackle and some dust in the mix. It isn't a perfectly clear sound, and that's what makes it vintage.
Like any vintage audio, they like regular care. The controls and switches benefit from periodic cleaning, and the turntable's stylus and your records should be kept clean too. The stylus wears over time and will eventually need replacing. A little crackle when you turn a knob, along with the surface noise that comes with vinyl, is normal and to be expected. Ask us if you have questions.
Up close
See and hear them in person
Our consoles are on the floor at Atomic Furnishing & Design. Not every piece is listed online, so the best way to see what is here is to stop in, or ask us.
Questions
Where can I see your consoles?
In our space inside Atomic Furnishing & Design, 178 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801. Atomic is open every day.
Are all of your consoles listed online?
No. Some pieces are listed on Atomic's website and others are only on the floor. Send us a message or call Atomic at (828) 774-5024 to ask what is available.
Can I ask about a console before I visit?
Yes. Use the contact form or call Atomic. Tell us what you are looking for and we will let you know what we have.
Why do vintage speakers sound different?
Many listeners describe the sound of vintage console speakers as warm and full. The best way to understand it is to hear one in person.