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This is a C-1 in silver that is all original. It is in very good condition. $285 shipped (continental US) paypal FF.    

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I have to think @AndrewJohn 's idea of the RP controllers has some real interest.  Having recently added a RP based DAC to my system (and being a programmer by background), that has a lot of appeal.  If we follow down that rabbit hole, we probably don't even need to touch the main units (Pre and Power- amps), as virtually everything you may want to do, can be handled by an intermediate device or devices.  Caveat:  that does mean more pieces in the chain, which for many will be an absolute no-no - I can certainly accept that view.   @dennismiller55, good for you - it will help keep you in shape!  😉   I'm sure many here are really glad you DO like the vintage stuff, and help keep it going!  I do generally agree, but I do need at least the amenity of a remote control for volume.  Call me lazy (I admit it, wholeheartedly - it was my intro to here, when I proclaimed to suffer from Lazy User Syndrome), which is why my C1 is on a roadtrip right now to get modded.  I can deal with getting up to change CDs (I never liked having to flip LPs as often as they require), and I can have my way with the DAC, but I'd likely look like a meerkat jumping up and down to tweak the volume.   @Rod H- you aren't living up to your nickname - you seem to be making absurdly rational and reasonable statements, lately!   You're right.  95% of the sound is source and especially speakers.  This is never going to be about the actual sound, but convenience, and/or eye-candy (which many of us are very attracted to).  But earbuds?  Okay, now your delving back towards your moniker!  😉  😉  😉 

I'm with you on that, Dennis; I prefer the old school KISS principle.....

The idea, specifically for the m500(t) was to    Replace the analog meters with LCD VU meters whose colors could be adjusted, and,  the middle logo - where M500(t) + Carver is - put a simple touch control for Power On/Off. IN the case of the M500, the face plate would no longer need cutting.   I do understand @Rod H's point of view, that it will not add any new feature/function. For many of us, the physical movement to reach a piece of equipment, can also be our daily physical exercise. 🤣   The option to buy a more modern gear suggested by @dennismiller55 is good one. I use a Marantz 8802a with vintage M500t MkIIs. Many of us use modern PreProcessors with vintage amps.    @AndrewJohn Pi 3's rule. Myriad of possibilities.