A remarkable 45-year private collection of vintage electronics, audio equipment, radios, and communications gear is heading to auction through Vancouver's The Mad Picker & Direct Auctions. Hosted by The Mad Picker and conducted live online by Jeff Schwarz, star of the TV series The Liquidator, the two-day sale on June 27 and 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT offers collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to acquire hundreds of preserved items spanning the golden age of radio, hi-fi audio, military communications, and early consumer technology.
Among the standout items is the Marantz Model 18 Stereophonic Receiver, the first receiver ever produced by Marantz, along with a rare vintage McIntosh Model P-50D Power Supply, a Marantz Model 2270 Stereophonic Receiver, and a NordMende Caruso Console Radio. The collection also includes equipment from renowned manufacturers such as Marantz, McIntosh, Sansui, Sony, Harman Kardon, Pioneer, Dynaco, Panasonic, JVC, Philips, Hitachi, Eico, Bogen, and many more.
Beyond consumer audio, the auction features WWII-era radio and communications equipment, vintage testing instruments, vacuum tube electronics, radar and signal gear, amateur radio equipment, and other rare technological artifacts. Jeff Schwarz, owner of Direct Auctions and star of the internationally broadcast TV series The Liquidator, noted, 'Collections like this rarely come to market. This is a true time capsule of vintage electronics. Whether you're a serious collector, a restoration expert, or simply passionate about the history of technology, this auction offers an incredible opportunity to own pieces that may never surface again.'
Many items have been carefully preserved over the past 45 years, representing a unique mix of consumer electronics, military communications technology, and classic hi-fi equipment. Collectors from around the world can participate live through Direct Auctions & The Mad Picker, with worldwide shipping available. The auction catalog and registration are accessible at https://bid.directauctions.com/Mad-Picker-Vancouver-Location-45-Year-Private-Collection-of-Vintage-Electronics_a78538?m=all.
A public preview will be held on June 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM PDT at 2635 Lillooet St, Vancouver, BC, allowing collectors and fans to inspect many items before bidding begins. The auction will be conducted live online, enabling global participation. For more information, visit http://www.directauctions.com/ or http://www.directliquidation.ca, and view all upcoming auctions at https://bid.directauctions.com/auctionlist.aspx.
