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Offered is „MAGICO S3 2023“ by Magico as second-hand device from the category „Standing Speaker“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 53977754 ends on 25.11.2026 at 08:50 o'clock.
€38,000 is a touch above the €35,672 median and just over the €37,969 75th percentile, so this reads as a mildly ambitious asking price rather than a bargain. It’s not out of line for a desirable Magico S3 in good condition, but the price leaves less room for negotiation than a mid-market listing.
That said, the S3 is a serious reference-grade speaker: sealed-box control, very low coloration, excellent bass articulation, and the kind of transparency that rewards top-tier amplification and careful setup. If the listing is genuinely clean, complete, and well cared for, the appeal is real. At this level, I’d mainly want confirmation of condition, original packaging, and whether any drivers or finish issues have been addressed.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Magico, a pinnacle of American high-end audio engineering, traces its origins to 1994 in Berkeley, California, where founder Alon Wolf pioneered the use of aluminum enclosures for loudspeakers. Drawing from aerospace and automotive construction principles, Wolf's vision emphasized rigid, non-resonant cabinets to achieve unprecedented transparency and accuracy in sound reproduction. The company consolidated operations in 2013 into a expansive 20,000-square-foot facility in Hayward, later expanding to 30,000 square feet, solidifying its commitment to in-house craftsmanship by a team of specialized machinists and technicians.
Magico specializes exclusively in loudspeakers, eschewing amplifiers, DACs, turntables, headphones, or cables to focus relentlessly on driver technology, enclosure design, and material science. Their products feature intricate internal frameworks that minimize vibrations, delivering reference-level dynamics and imaging prized by audiophiles seeking uncolored musical truth.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end market, Magico commands reverence among discerning buyers for its technological vanguardism and consistent critical acclaim. Enthusiastic owners and a legacy of innovation ensure its stature as a boutique leader, where every speaker embodies precision engineering tailored for the ultimate listening experience.
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