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Townshend Audio Seismic Speaker BarsSize 1 - 30kg - 254kg(Size + Load: Range: Size 1 - 30kg - 254kg)Width is adjustable from around 270mm to 410mm to accommodate different speakers.Fit my Cessaro perfectlyCost including shipping and tax would be around 2800 landed per 4 bars, which 2Bars are used...
Against the new-price reality for Townshend’s Seismic speaker platform, A$1,300 sits right on the money for the used market: exactly at the median of recent AUD comparables, with the midpoint spread running from A$959 to A$1,535. That makes this a fair buy rather than a bargain-basement find, but it is priced sensibly enough that a clean, complete set should be easy to justify.
The Seismic is well regarded for doing one thing very well: isolating speakers from the floor so bass tightens up, images firm up, and low-level detail comes through more clearly. That payoff is biggest with revealing standmounts or floorstanders in lively rooms, so the value here is in what it can unlock system-wide. If the listing is complete and the hardware is in good shape, this looks like a solid enthusiast-grade purchase; just confirm all parts are present and the feet/adjusters move freely.
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Townshend Audio traces its roots to 1975, when Max Townshend founded Elite Electronic Improvements (EEI) in West London, UK, channeling his passion for music and hi-fi into innovative audio solutions. Initially focused on unique parabolic-stylus cartridges, the brand evolved under his vision, notably spotting the potential in a university prototype that became the iconic Rock turntable. This heritage of engineering ingenuity from Cranfield University's labs propelled Townshend into hi-fi prominence, blending British precision with a quest for sonic purity.
The company specializes in niche, high-performance categories like vibration isolation products, turntables such as the Rock 7 and Sovereign V, tonearms including the Enterprise Mark IV, and passive preamplifiers like the Allegri Reference. Their Seismic Isolation lineup stands out for decoupling components from external vibrations, while select offerings extend to cartridges and podiums, all engineered for maximum simplicity and effectiveness in revealing recorded detail.
Positioned as a quirky British boutique in the high-end market, Townshend Audio commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its well-engineered solutions that tackle real-world acoustic challenges. Far from mass-market fare, it appeals to knowledgeable buyers seeking subtle yet transformative upgrades, with products like the Rock turntable earning cult status in hi-fi lore for their enduring impact on playback fidelity.
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