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Mordaunt-Short MS300 Vintage Hi-Fi Speakers with StandsrnrnFor sale: a pair of Mordaunt-Short MS300 vintage hi-fi speakers, supplied with the matching/compatible black metal stands shown in the photos.rnrnThese are proper passive hi-fi speakers from a respected British brand, with a classic wood-effect cabinet finish and front Mordaunt-Short badges. They are ideal for a vintage separates system, record player setup, garage/studio system, or anyone wanting a fuller sound than small modern Bluetooth speakers.rnrnThey are in used vintage condition with visible cosmetic marks, scuffs and wear to t... read more
At £125 GBP, this listing is a genuine bargain for the rare Mordaunt Short MS300, sitting well below the typical used market range of £150–£200 GBP for this vintage 1980s model. Recent global data shows similar pairs trading around £125 GBP, but those are often single units or stands; finding the actual vintage loudspeakers at this price is exceptional value for a well-loved British design.
The MS300 is highly regarded for its sweet, clear mid-treble and unique 3-way architecture with a tweeter nestled between mid and bass drivers, delivering surprising detail from a compact sealed box. These speakers are rare to find in pairs, especially with original condition, making this a standout buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking authentic vintage character without the premium usually attached to scarcity. No caveats apply at this price point.
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Mordaunt-Short emerged in 1967 from London, when audio enthusiasts Norman Mordaunt and Rodney Short joined forces to craft loudspeakers blending British engineering precision with accessible excellence. Relocating to Petersfield, Hampshire, the company quickly built a heritage rooted in innovation, launching iconic lines like Festival, Carnival, and Pageant in the late 1970s, followed by the enduring MS20, MS30, and MS40 ranges in the 1980s. Acquired by TGI Plc in 1987—forming Europe's largest loudspeaker maker alongside Tannoy and Goodmans—and later by Audio Partnership Plc in 1999, it sustained its family-like devotion to sonic purity amid corporate shifts.
The brand has steadfastly focused on loudspeakers, eschewing diversification into amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables. Standouts include the MS25 and 35ti models of 1987, the Declaration and Premiere series post-1999, and later entries like Avant, Performance, Aviano, and Mezzo, all emphasizing reliable, high-fidelity sound reproduction through refined driver designs and cabinetry.
Positioned as a mid-tier British stalwart, Mordaunt-Short earned acclaim for delivering neutral, detailed audio without premium pricing, appealing to discerning buyers seeking value-driven hi-fi. Though its prominence waned in the 2010s as parent Audio Partnership prioritized Cambridge Audio—leading to discontinued premium lines—its legacy endures among vintage collectors and loyalists, with the official site affirming ongoing traditions of award-winning British speaker craft.
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