Is it really that bad of an economy or are good deals still avialable? I just picked up a pair of 14 inch "EAK" (Early American K) hi-hat cymbals for just over $200.00. A pair of them sold not even a few days earlier,by Wiloughcraft Percussion for $475.00. Not to mention a 70's Ludwig Piccolo snare (with Downbeat lugs) that sold for less than $230.00, that a few months ago sold for over $400.00? I didn't buy that one, but I have one that I'm in the middle of restoration. I see a lot of things sold that make me scratch my head, but a lot of stuff that sells for a lot less than it did...
I have sold some stuff and banked it in PayPal waiting for another good deal! I'm glad I have some money to play with, considering a lot of folks are tightening their belts.