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3. There's SO MUCH used/old electronic components available on every type of marketplace

Mon Dec 1, 2025, 03:34 PM

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Unless you know that what you have is some piece with historical value or is very high-end but just broken, I'd say just recycle them.

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What is the most ethical choice for stereo equipment that doesn't work? [View all] mahina Monday OP

Best Buy has a recycling program Turbineguy Monday #1

Thank you :) mahina Monday #5

Do you have freecycle near you? Or tinker/hobby club? cbabe Monday #2

That sounds great. I will check mahina Monday #6

Another Vote For Recycle ProfessorGAC Monday #4

Thanks! mahina Monday #7

Re-Donate to SA. They can be scavenged for parts. bucolic_frolic Monday #8

If they are old or vintage Shambala Monday #9

My go-to is the Craigslist "Free" section JoseBalow Monday #10