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Why So Many Raidho Speaker For Sale?

If Raidho speakers are so great, why are there so many pairs for sale here?  These are not inexpensive speakers by any means and it seems at least every other day there is a pair for sale with some people having them only a few weeks to a few months, and they are really taking a bath on them.  What gives?  Are they not as great as they are made to be?  Is Jonathan Valin a shill for the company?

I heard the 4.1 diamond at Blink High End north of Boston and was very unimpressed.  I have heard many other highly regarded speakers for much less money sounding wonderful.  So, what gives?

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Showing 6 responses by ricred1

ricred1
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My friend has a pair of Raidho C3.1's. Within their limits I submit they are very, very good. They require the right room and electronics.
ricred1
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I heard the Aviors several times and would choose Raidho if the the room was medium to small sized . If it was a relatively large room I would take Monitor Audio PL500’s over any Rockport I’ve ever heard. Just goes to show you, no absolutes in audio, only preferences.
ricred1
2,067 posts
 
I own Monitor Audio Pl500's and my friend has Raidho C3.1's. They are different and when played at low to medium volume, the Raidho's sound good to my ears. The problem is they fall apart at higher volumes. Considering how much Raidho's cost, I submit they are bad values.
ricred1
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stereo5,
I find it hard to believe that you actually listened to the new Monitor Audio Series II speakers and concluded that they are bright. They may not be your cup of tea, but bright they are not. What electronics were driving them? What model did you listen to?
ricred1
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bo1972,

there are no absolutes in audio, only preferences. I've heard several speakers that many may prefer to Monitor Audio, despite owning them and that's fine. Aerial, Magico, Rockport, Wilson, YG Acoustics, Revel, MBL, and many more come to mind. My advice to everyone is to listen and let your own ears decide, but take into consideration you're listening to a "system" not just speakers. 
ricred1
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I've listened to a system in Austin that is over 400K, my friend has two very expensive systems. I went to RMAF two years ago and listened to very expensive systems. I say if you have the money, buy what ever you want and makes you happy. Ultimately I think everyone benefits from manufacturers pushing the limits and using some of their lessons learned to create more affordable products.
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