downside of buying used speakers?
hey guys, I am debating if I should buy a set of used tower speakers to complete my HT set up to save some $ or buy new ones. I don't know my HT at all, anyone has any feedback?
Nov 10th, 2013 5:45 pm
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Nov 10th, 2013 6:00 pm
It's November already. Might as well wait until Black Friday / Boxing day to score some nice deals.
Lowest Price GuaranteeIf you’ve purchased an item on or after November 1st, you’ll be able to apply for a price adjustment right up until January 5th instead of the regular 30-day limit.
Nov 10th, 2013 6:01 pm
Nov 10th, 2013 6:17 pm
I wouldn't say that. I have JBLs that are over 10 years old and still rocking.rageking wrote: ↑speakers have a limited lifespan because the component doing the moving around in the speaker is paper or some plastic. That will wear down after a few years. Even that component glued to the speaker itself can get worn out.
If it's fairly recent within a year and you don't suspect abuse then fine. Certainly I wouldn't buy anything over a year.
Nov 10th, 2013 6:42 pm
Speakers are some of the longest lasting electronics that exist. Any non crappy speaker should easily last at least 15 years. Good quality speakers can easily last 25+ years.rageking wrote: ↑speakers have a limited lifespan because the component doing the moving around in the speaker is paper or some plastic. That will wear down after a few years. Even that component glued to the speaker itself can get worn out.
If it's fairly recent within a year and you don't suspect abuse then fine. Certainly I wouldn't buy anything over a year.
Nov 10th, 2013 6:51 pm
Lol no.rageking wrote: ↑speakers have a limited lifespan because the component doing the moving around in the speaker is paper or some plastic. That will wear down after a few years. Even that component glued to the speaker itself can get worn out.
If it's fairly recent within a year and you don't suspect abuse then fine. Certainly I wouldn't buy anything over a year.
Nov 10th, 2013 6:55 pm
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Yes, the site is still alive and kicking. I have used that site to sell my equipment over the years.
Nov 11th, 2013 11:10 pm
Nov 11th, 2013 11:14 pm
+1 I have a pair of 20 y.o. Energy's (made in Canada!). They sound the same as back then. Maybe my hearing is deteriorating.xSynChrome wrote: ↑I wouldn't say that. I have JBLs that are over 10 years old and still rocking.
Nov 12th, 2013 1:09 am
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Nov 12th, 2013 9:01 am
Yes, they probably sound better than the stuff available today.Lumber-jack wrote: ↑Since Energy changed it business model I suspect that your Energy's are not the same as the new stuff at Futureshop...