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SW-19 Subwoofers consisting of 2 units and interconnecting cable.No longer required as I use a pair of VAF i93 speakers which provide more than enough bass for our listening room.
At A$750, this looks like a strong deal: it sits well below the A$1,523 25th percentile and far under the A$3,644 median for recent AUD comparables. For a powered VAF sub in a market where these don’t come up constantly, that’s the kind of asking price that should get attention quickly.
The appeal here is straightforward: VAF’s subwoofers have a good reputation for musical, controlled low end rather than one-note boom, and this one is being sold as a pair of active units with cable included, which adds value. If the condition is genuinely excellent and the amps are quiet, this is a very sensible buy for a serious two-channel setup or matching VAF system. The only real caveat is the usual one with older powered subs: confirm both amplifiers, drivers, and controls are healthy before committing.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
VAF Research was founded in 1978 in Adelaide, Australia, by serial entrepreneur Philip Vafiadis, establishing it as a enduring Australian stalwart in the hi-fi industry. From modest beginnings, the company has remained a private, family-driven operation, steadfastly committed to in-house design and manufacturing. Over four decades, VAF has cultivated a heritage rooted in relentless innovation and a passion for music reproduction, evolving from early breakthroughs in speaker crossovers to sophisticated modern systems.
The brand specializes exclusively in loudspeakers and subwoofers, eschewing amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables. Its products emphasize natural, uncolored sound through proprietary engineering, such as advanced driver integration and enclosure designs honed over years of research. Standouts like the EVO1 series exemplify this focus, delivering compact yet authoritative performance that prioritizes realism over fleeting trends.
VAF occupies a niche high-end position, revered among discerning Australian audiophiles for its no-compromise approach and value-driven excellence. Far from mainstream hype, it appeals to knowledgeable buyers seeking authentic musicality without gimmicks, backed by a reputation for world-class performance at competitive prices. This boutique status ensures enduring appeal in a market favoring substance over spectacle.
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