Buy a pair of ten year old $40,000 speakers for $4,000 or new ones at that price point?


Hi. There are bargains to be had on really high-end components that are more than a few years old. DACs change too much and we need the newer technology. How about speakers? I know it can depend on the specific model but in general is a 10 year old speaker system that was $40,000 in 2009 and now sells for $4,000 a better value than a new system that sells for $4,000 in 2019?  How much has speaker and crossover technology evolved in the past decade or so? (I posted a similar questions about amps in that forum). Thanks for all the input and wisdom.
mcmanus

Showing 1 response by mikeh22020

I guess I would look at the problem your seem to be trying to solve in a different way.

You have $4000 to spend, OK.  What is the size of the room, what electronics to you have to power them, what are your musical tastes all must be considered first.

Then you can look at what you can get new for 4k or used for 4k that meet those needs and make a decision.  Certainly there is always some risk buying previously owned but the site has a thriving clientele buying and selling "used" gear.

Also new speakers are easier to audition but even if looking at particular brands used, you may be able to listen to the general sound/voicing from that brand to help.

If I were you I'd take that approach, put in the time and effort and not expect a silver bullet answer