Speakers, headphones, amplifiers, turntables, and audio equipment are all great bargains to find at garage sales. Vintage equipment is a great buy, and turntables are especially good value these days, with vinyl records having made a huge comeback. Vinyl sales are now outselling CDs, although CD sales are also on the rise.
However, buying an old turntable may shorten the life of your records. Look for quality brands like Technics, Audio-Technica, or Rega. These brands are durable and can be expensive to buy new, so finding one at a garage sale might make you feel like you’ve stumbled upon a treasure trove.
Headphones are also a good find. While you might gravitate towards the aesthetics of vintage headphones, many of them also offer excellent sound quality and audio profiles that rival modern headphones. They may be wired and lack luxury features like active noise cancellation, but these features are modern conveniences that were unthinkable in the past.
And while new models of modern headphones are frequently released, older models don’t become outdated overnight. If you’re looking for a high-quality pair of modern headphones with features like ANC and wireless capabilities, you might be able to find an older model at a garage sale for less than you can find in stores.
