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Commercial MBL 101E Mk1 Radialstrahler Floorstanding Loudspeakers MBL 101E Mk1 Radialstrahler Speakers - As Traded Follow us on Facebook and keep up to date on Insta Pick up available in Leichhardt, NSW. Please message to book an appointment. Condition: Very good, some light marks and scratches (difficult to photograph, see photos) Includes: Mesh Grilles, No Boxes or Accessories SN: 171127 Made In Germany Must be Bi-Amped Overview To say the MBL's 101E is 'power hungry' is an understatement. We found ourselves throwing every power amplifier in our stable at them, with the focus on prov
At A$40,000, this MBL 101 E (Other) listing sits above the 75th percentile of A$37,309 from our database of two recent AUD comps, making the price ambitious compared to the typical used market where the median is A$34,833. While new MBL 101 E MkII units now cost roughly A$120,000 (€75,400 RRP), the asking price here exceeds what most buyers pay for used equivalents, even accounting for the MkII’s premium over the original E.
That premium is justified only if this pair is in original-owner condition with full accessories and no history of grille or radial-strahler module wear, which are known age-sensitive points on the 101 E. The 101 E remains a benchmark for its effortless soundstage, taut bass down to 24 Hz, and natural midrange, delivering a “live” presentation that few speakers match. If this listing includes the original stands, cables, and documentation, and the condition is truly very_good, it’s a credible buy for a listener who values German engineering over price efficiency. Otherwise, wait for a closer-to-median offer.
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MBL stands as a German high-end audio manufacturer founded in 1979 by three engineers—Meletzky, Beinecke, and Lehnhardt—whose initials form the company name. The brand emerged from Berlin with a singular vision: to create loudspeakers that distribute sound omnidirectionally in a 360-degree pattern, a radical departure from conventional speaker design. This breakthrough technology, called the Radialstrahler (radial emitter), debuted at the 1979 IFA Berlin trade fair and immediately captured the audio world's attention with its distinctive "rocket" shape and room-filling acoustic performance.
MBL's product portfolio centers on high-end loudspeakers and premium audio electronics, with the company maintaining complete in-house manufacturing of all components and speakers near Berlin. The brand has built its reputation on precision engineering combined with handcrafted assembly, ensuring meticulous quality control across its lineup. While loudspeakers remain the cornerstone of MBL's identity, the company has expanded into complementary electronics to serve discerning audiophiles seeking integrated solutions.
Positioned firmly in the luxury high-end segment, MBL commands respect among serious collectors and enthusiasts willing to invest substantially in audio excellence. The brand's nearly five-decade heritage, German manufacturing credentials, and pioneering omnidirectional speaker technology have established MBL as a globally recognized leader in high-fidelity audio. The company's commitment to in-house production and its role in shaping the modern high-end audio industry underscore its status as a premium, innovation-driven manufacturer rather than a mass-market player.
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