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9 Common Hi-FI Features That Just VANISHED

Ah, the good old days of hi-fi stereo systems! Remember when you needed an engineering degree just to turn on the radio? Let's take a nostalgic look back at some of those complex but amazing features that have all but disappeared. Description Remember the days of big, bouncing VU meters, endless knobs, and satisfyingly heavy switches? For a generation of audio enthusiasts, the more complex your stereo system, the more impressive it was. But just like bell-bottoms and mullet haircuts, a lot of those classic features simply vanished. In this video, we're taking a trip down memory lane to explore nine common vintage audio features that you just don't see anymore. From the beautiful, mesmerizing dancing meters to the highly debated loudness button and the now-extinct phono preamp settings, we’ll discuss which ones we miss, which ones are better left in the past, and why a complex stereo system was either a blessing or a curse. You'll discover: Why those giant, bouncing meters were so captivating. The function of the long-lost "Loudness" switch and why it's making a comeback in new ways. The purpose of -20 dB pads and why they were essential for sensitive speakers. The difference between moving magnet and ceramic phono inputs. Why old double records had sides one and four on the same disc. The purpose of mono, stereo, and reverse buttons and how they were used for troubleshooting. The role of high-pass and low-pass filters in vintage equipment. Why features like Dolby noise reduction and tape loops disappeared. Join us as we explore the forgotten controls of vintage audio equipment. Are there any features you wish would make a comeback? Let us know in the comments! _____________________________________ Do you have questions about stereo equipment? Need repair advice? Join our Discord. It's free!   / discord   _____________________________________ Shop our store for Skylabs merch, Grado products, Advance Paris, Wharfedale, Cambridge Audio, Rega, Audio Technica, new vinyl records, SACDs and more! https://skylabsaudio.com Good news for our international viewers! You can now order our shirts for international shipping! Don't miss out! Sign up for our newsletter! Our current vintage inventory is included in every edition. www.skylabsaudio.com Join this YouTube channel to get access to the perks:    / @skylabsaudio   We just started a Patreon page! You can check that out here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=79064906 ___________________________________________ #VintageAudio #StereoEquipment #Hifi