Sunday, December 6, 2015

Thrift Store Stereo - Panasonic SA-PM18 Mini Stereo with 5-disc Changer

Check out this Panasonic Mini Stereo SA-PM18 with built in 5-disc changer.  It's a neat little stereo system and a reminder that all of this stereo equipment is just stuff.  Of course, some of this stereo equipment is really cool stuff.  But, it's still just stuff.

Panasonic SA-PM Stereo
For example, once upon a time, a teen or "tween" might have clamored for this Panasonic SA-PM18 stereo for their room.  But, now, that same stereo has found its way to Goodwill.  What was once a $150-$200 stereo is now a $20 stereo.  Since it was engineered to last, chances are this little stereo still has a lot of life left in it.



The Panasonic SA-PM18 mini stereo has a 5-disc changer, a cassette player, AM/FM receiver, and the all important Auxiliary input.  That auxiliary allows you to plug in modern gadgets like cell phones, tablets, or laptops and play music.  It has 6-ohm, 60 watt, speakers and the amplifier puts out about 30 watts per channel.  If you need a manual for a Panasonic SA-PM18 Mini Stereo you can find it here on the Panasonic support site.

When you go "thrifting" enough, you realize that all material goods eventually end up at Goodwill for a fraction of their original price.  Once that is realized, it becomes difficult to pay full price.  Of course, if you are dealing with mechanically complex and fragile CD changers, it might be worth it to buy a new micro stereo system.

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