The new dynamic in speaker pricing
Yesterday I received the latest issue of the Absolute Sound mag. This issue has the round up of the varying speaker manufacturer’s wares along with the retail pricing. One thing that struck me is the number of speaker manufacturer’s who have a speaker in their line up that cost close to a $1M!! There are good number of speakers now available with prices in the $700K+ range. A few manufacturer’s are also a little ’glib’ with their top model pricing, such as Oswalds Mill--who state- price upon inquiry only!
This new speaker pricing dynamic is interesting, as it clearly indicates that there are buyers out there who are happy to pay these prices and presumably enough buyers to make these products viable. A trend that is certainly interesting and yet questionable as to how it will impact the hobby as a whole.
Opinions on this trend?
This (of course) speaks to my own persona....but I'm thinking if a person has $1M to spend just on speakers to flesh out the rest of the system is going to be several million if not many millions including software. And I doubt that is their last millions. So, I would just buy the Fillmore East or create my own venue and bring in top performers. Regards, barts |
The thing about Ferraris is that unless you belong to a track club there is really no where to stretch them out. It's an acquired taste that crazy need for speed is! I've driven enough Ferraris and Lambos in my day, fantastic cars, just get ready for $10k service appointments. I've never gotten cited for playing my music too loud...but have plenty of speeding tickets to my name. Regards, barts |
+1 @facten |
