Direct Auctions, in partnership with The Mad Picker, has announced a two-day live online auction featuring a 45-year private collection of vintage electronics, set for June 27 and 28, 2026. The sale, hosted by Jeff Schwarz, star of the TV series The Liquidator, will include rare audio hi-fi equipment, radios, military communications gear, and other collectible vintage technology.
The collection, amassed over four decades, includes standout items such as the Marantz Model 18 Stereophonic Receiver, the first receiver ever produced by Marantz, and a rare McIntosh Model P-50D Power Supply. Other notable pieces include a Marantz Model 2270 receiver and a NordMende Caruso Console Radio. The auction features equipment from renowned manufacturers including Marantz, McIntosh, Sansui, Sony, Harman Kardon, Pioneer, Dynaco, Panasonic, JVC, Philips, Hitachi, Eico, and Bogen.
In addition to consumer audio equipment, the collection includes WWII-era radio and communications gear, vintage testing instruments, vacuum tube electronics, radar and signal equipment, and amateur radio items. These rare technological artifacts are seldom seen in public auctions, making this a significant event for collectors and historians.
"Collections like this rarely come to market," said Jeff Schwarz, owner of Direct Auctions. "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."
The auction will be conducted live online at bid.directauctions.com, allowing bidders from around the world to participate. Many items have been carefully preserved and represent a unique mix of consumer electronics, military communications technology, and classic hi-fi equipment. Worldwide shipping will be available.
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. Attendees can inspect items before bidding begins. The auction starts at 1:00 PM PDT on both days.
The event underscores the enduring value and interest in vintage electronics, as collectors and enthusiasts seek to preserve technological history. For many, these items represent not just functional equipment but artifacts of innovation from the golden age of radio and audio engineering. The inclusion of WWII-era communications gear adds a layer of historical significance, connecting the sale to broader narratives of technological development during wartime.
Jeff Schwarz, known as The Liquidator, has over three decades of experience in the auction and liquidation business. His involvement adds credibility and visibility to the event, drawing attention from collectors worldwide. More information about his operations can be found at Direct Auctions and Direct Liquidation. Upcoming auctions are listed at bid.directauctions.com.
