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Monitor Audio Silver RX series — proper British audiophile speakers, a serious step above anything at this price new. Complete 3-piece front stage: matched RX2 bookshelf pair plus the matching center channel.- RX2: 8" C-CAM bass/mid driver + 1" C-CAM gold dome tweeter, 2-way- 40Hz–35kHz, 90dB sensitivity, 6 ohm, handles 100W RMS- Bi-wire/bi-amp capable, rear HiVe II port- Real wood veneer cabinets, magnetic grilles included- Matched center channel — voiced to the RX2, so dialogue actually sits rightThe RX2 pair reviewed at 4 stars in What Hi-Fi and retailed around $999/pair. As a full LCR front stage this is a genuine bargain — and you're getting a matched center, which is the piece people hunt for years to find separately.These are from the Silver RX generation (roughly 2011–2014), so they're older than they look. They've been lightly used in a living room and barely touched for years. Passive speakers age well; there's nothing here to wear out.Includes grilles and bi-wire jumper bridges. No boxes.**LOCAL PICKUP** in Port Washington, NY. Bring a friend and a hatchback — they're solid. Firm on price. First to show up with cash takes them.**Condition** ⚠️Excellent. Cabinets clean, no scratches, chips, or veneer lift. Drivers perfect — no dents in the dome, surrounds supple. Grilles intact, no torn cloth. All fully working.
This is a buyer’s market for this category at US$650: it sits below the US$840 median and also under the US$670 25th percentile of your recent comps, so it reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. For a well-regarded compact bookshelf speaker, that’s the zone where buyers should pay attention, especially if the listing is clean and complete.
The appeal here is simple: the Silver 1 line is known for a balanced, lively sound with good clarity and surprisingly full bass for its size, making it an easy fit for small-to-medium rooms and nearfield setups. At this price, the main upside is value—if the cabinets, drivers, and grilles are all healthy, it’s an easy buy. I’d only get cautious if there’s visible damage, a mismatch in condition between the pair, or missing grilles/stands.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Monitor Audio, a British hi-fi mainstay, traces its origins to 1972 when founder Mo Iqbal established the company in a modest factory near Cambridge, England. Starting with hands-on loudspeaker assembly in a garage-like setting, it quickly professionalized, moving to Rayleigh, Essex, in 1976 for in-house manufacturing. This heritage of meticulous British engineering has endured through expansions, including a 2004 shift of production to China while retaining design leadership in Essex, alongside strategic acquisitions like Roksan in 2016 and Blok in 2019.
The brand excels in loudspeakers across diverse categories, from high-fidelity two-channel stereo models to advanced home cinema systems, architectural installations, outdoor speakers, and lifestyle solutions. Signature innovations like the patented C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, introduced in the 1980s and continually refined, define its sound. Complementing these are amplifiers, streamers, and integrated audio systems, reflecting a broad portfolio that prioritizes proprietary driver technologies and precise enclosure design over peripheral gear like turntables or headphones.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Monitor Audio commands respect for delivering audiophile-grade performance at accessible price points, blending relentless innovation with timeless British craftsmanship. Over five decades, it has solidified its status as a global juggernaut, appealing to discerning buyers seeking refined, dynamic sound without boutique exclusivity or vintage nostalgia.
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