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Demo zgan type luidspreker boekenplank luidspreker frequentie bereik 80 hz - 20 khz gevoeligheid 82,5 db aanbevolen vermogen 20 - 150 watt impedantie 15 ohm afmetingen (h x b x d) 305 x 190 x 165 mm g
Should you pay €1,790 for these Musical Fidelity LS3/5A speakers when the typical used market median sits at €431? The asking price is ambitious, clearly exceeding the 75th percentile of €1,030 and landing far above the median, making this a tough compare against recent EUR listings where the 25th percentile is just €235.
However, if this is a pristine, original-owner pair with full accessories, the buy becomes worthwhile given the speaker’s legendary status. These diminutive standmounts deliver incredibly detailed midrange and realistic vocal imaging, built to spec on the classic 1976 BBC R&D design with premium Bextrene cones and German Dr. Kurt Müller tweeters. Their sought-after rarity and closed-back, studio-grade performance justify paying above average only when the condition is flawless and the provenance is undeniable.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.
The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.
Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.
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