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iqexchange
I would agree. I dealt with Sean and made sure I was completely happy. Can't say enough good stuff about IQ! 
B&W 800D or 802D Cosmetic Issues
Funny, I just had this happen to me on a pair of speakers costing $29,000. When I received them I noticed a few scratches when going over them with a flashlight at night to remove dust. I noticed a few imperfections and started asking questions. T... 
Focal Scala V2 vs BW 800 Diamonds
I would have to agree with Mike60. I had the same choice, B&W or Focal. Ended up with the Scala V2 and everyday when I listen to them I know I made the right choiceI've herd them with the Pass Labs XA100.8 and was very happy with the sound. I ... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
Something new to update, I can't believe this but the dealer has offered me a pair of Scala V2 for just a little more, this amount I'm guessing is mostly to cover shipping. Giving the price jump from the V1 to V2 it's more than reasonable. I must... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I think we worked out a deal that makes everyone happy. We are working out the details and should have it wrapped up soon. So far I must say the dealer has been on it as far as trying to make me happy. This was something I offered, not them and th... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I wanted to give an update on the status. It took some time but I was able to find out what the real status of these speakers were. I contacted the importer for the speakers and they were very helpful and got me all the information I needed. They ... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
Yes, this was a previous pair I owned, not the pair I have now. I talked to the Focal dealer and he did confirm Focal do infact sell units put on display or sent out for reveiws. They sell them for a discounted price and make the dealer aware that... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I'm really have been looking at either Devialet 400 mono units or Pass Labs XA100.5 monos and the XP20 pre. The Devialet I can try from my local dealer. The Pass Labs I have yet to go see some in person. They are so different but both look like gr... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I'm starting over from scratch. All I have are the speakers and Forté amp, this was used only for break-in of the speakers. The only thing I know I'll be using and have as well are Synergistic Research cables. 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
Deceiver777,Question:What's worse than a conspiracy theorist?Answer:Nothing.Thanks for that. 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
It's more frustrating for me because I like Focal products. I don't know how this happened. Was it a slip up from the team at Focal and just didn't see the blemishes? Maybe we're actually demos. Not knowing is frustrating. It's like your neighbor ... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
Thanks for the response. I think these days you have to spend $50,000 to get your speakers delivered in wooden vampire boxes. Lol. I know Focal do sell "demo" units that have been on display and used for either show purposes or sent out to be reve... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I'm sending some links to show what I'm talking about. This is the orange peel:http://i744.photobucket.com/albums/xx89/yamahafirth/image.jpg4.jpghttp://i744.photobucket.com/albums/xx89/yamahafirth/image.jpg5.jpgThis is the chip and paint imperfect... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
I called the dealer and they told me they were NOS Focal had and sold to them, I'm guessing at a discount. The box was unopened because it's stapled shut and it's very easy to tell if they were opened once before. The dealer is helping me by conta... 
Anyone receive Focal Utopia speakers with defects?
The dealer has been very nice. I am calling them to let them know. Unfortunately they are across the country and can't pop in. :( I did contact Focal and they walked me through how to get the hazy areas off. Just for anyone else have issues with ...