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Gesloten box systeem voor een rijk, dynamisch en gedetailleerd geluid zonder boemerige bas. 2-Weg systeem met 2 basspeakers van 13 cm. Afmetingen (b x d x h) 16 x 21 x 92 cm. Vermogen: 10 - 100 watt d
€400 sits above the €246 median and well below the €670 75th percentile, so this is a fair-to-moderate ask rather than a bargain. It’s not cheap, but it’s still inside the normal used range for a solid vintage Monitor Audio set, so the right reaction is “worth considering,” not “overpriced.”
The appeal here is the classic Monitor Audio balance: clean, lively presentation with good clarity and enough scale to stay engaging on real music, especially if the cabinets and drivers are truly “prima staat.” That condition note is the key upside; if the tweeters, surrounds, and terminals are original and healthy, this could be a tidy buy for someone wanting a listenable, well-built pair without chasing collector pricing.
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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