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KLH Audio Model Five Floorstanding Loudspeakers Awesome sounding speakers were used in spare room for 6 months, need a new home due to a recent move. Purchased from HeyNow Hi-Fi in the popular English Walnut with Stonewash Linen Grilles. Sorry no boxes hence pick-up only. Speakers are immaculate, no blemishes and have had very little use. Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: Paypal, EFT, Cash on Pickup Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By zaero 0 Comments AUD $3,250 Date: April 15, 20251 yr
At A$3,250, this sits almost exactly on the A$3,239 median of the recent AUD comps, so it reads as fair market rather than a bargain or an ask with much room to negotiate. It is only fractionally above the midpoint and well inside the A$2,517 to A$3,820 interquartile band, which is where a clean, local listing should land.
That makes it a sensible buy if the condition really is like_new and the pair is complete. The Model 5 has a strong reputation for a full, engaging presentation and easy system matching, so the upside here is getting a respected classic-style speaker without paying premium outlier money. At this price, the main thing to verify is simply that both cabinets, grilles, and any original accessories are present and that there are no hidden driver or finish issues.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
KLH Audio traces its origins to 1957 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where audio pioneer Henry Kloss joined forces with Malcolm S. Low and Josef Anton Hofmann to form KLH Research and Development Corporation. Kloss, renowned for co-developing the acoustic suspension loudspeaker—a breakthrough that delivered superior bass from compact enclosures—propelled the brand to global dominance. By the early 1960s, KLH had become the world's largest loudspeaker manufacturer, employing over 500 people and distributing to six continents, with iconic innovations like the Model Nine full-range electrostatic speaker, the high-selectivity Model Eight FM radio, and the portable Model Eleven solid-state record player.
The brand's focus remains squarely on loudspeakers, blending heritage designs with modern engineering for two-channel stereo and home theater systems. Revived in 2019 under president David P. Kelley after decades of ownership changes, today's KLH reissues classics like the Model Five while introducing fresh models emphasizing acoustic suspension principles for accurate, room-friendly performance. Unlike broader audio categories such as amplifiers, turntables, or headphones, KLH prioritizes premium speaker categories rooted in its foundational expertise.
KLH occupies a respected mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, appealing to discerning buyers seeking high-value performance without ultra-high-end pricing. Its reputation endures among audiophiles for timeless sound quality, precision craftsmanship, and a legacy of democratizing superior audio—evident in its role introducing Dolby to consumer tape decks. Now headquartered in Noblesville, Indiana, KLH balances vintage allure with contemporary reliability, positioning it as a smart choice for knowledgeable enthusiasts building enduring systems.
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