I for one am very much interested in why the device is being sold. I feel that the more information as possible up front the better. If the device failed and was repaired or demonstrated problems that the seller couldn't figure out helps me make a more informed decision. Yes some will lie, but that's on them. My obligation is to gather as much info as possible and do my due deligence. Most equipment has been demo'd despite what the seller is saying. Also make sure the seller has a receipt to ensure the device isn't stolen, which could explain the claim that the item is unopened. Be careful, ask plenty of questions and enjoy
A lot of unrealized systems out there...
I can't help but notice how many items that come up for sale here on Audiogon, or elsewhere, are unopened and never used, intended for a system that never came to fruition..... I mean, if I spent $10k on speakers, I would be listening to them within 2 minutes of being delivered... New equipment excites more than just about anything... I cannot wait to listen, like a little kid on Christmas morning... Are there really that many folks putting together home theaters, or bedroom setups that buy all this gear and then just give up? Consider me a skeptic, or at least, watching with one brow raised... It just seems there are A LOT of these unrealized systems out there on the second hand market...