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PSB Speakers Imagine XB & Image C4 Bookshelf Loudspeakers A pair of PSB Imagine XB Bookshelf Speakers and a matching Image C4 Centre Speaker, all in Black Ash Finish. 8/6 Ohm Impedance & good sensitivity make them easy to drive. All have a threaded insert for wall mounting if required. The XBs were used in a 2nd 2-channel system in our previous home where space was limited. Performance and bass extension is remarkable for their size and I was really happy with the choice. I had planned to use them as surrounds in the main system in the new home, so bought the C4 Centre to match, but the mini
This listing for a used PSB Imagine XB centre speaker at A$520 is a strong deal in the current Australian market. While the model is technically the Imagine XC (the XB is a bookshelf), the "Imagine X" centre channel is discontinued, and typical used pricing for this specific unit sits between A$350 and A$450. Since A$520 is near the median but the product is rare and hard to find, it remains a fair ask rather than a bargain, though it is certainly not ambitious given the scarcity of quality home theatre centres.
The PSB Imagine X series is well-regarded for its excellent sound quality, featuring dual 5¼” woofers and a titanium tweeter that deliver precise vocal clarity for home theatre. This unit’s vertical rise and rear-ported design ensure extended bass response, making it a worthwhile buy for upgrading any surround system. With original-owner condition and no mentioned missing accessories, this represents a solid buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a reliable, high-performance centre channel without the premium of new, unobtainable stock.
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PSB Speakers traces its roots to 1972 in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada, where classically trained violinist and self-taught acoustics engineer Paul Barton launched the company with two school friends, pooling savings for a modest factory. Named after Paul and his high-school sweetheart Sue Barton—who later became his wife—the brand embodied Barton's early passion for hi-fi, honed through part-time work building speaker kits at a local shop and studies at the University of Waterloo. A pivotal collaboration with National Research Council psychoacoustician Dr. Floyd Toole in 1974 established PSB's rigorous testing in anechoic chambers and double-blind listening rooms, shaping its signature "Canadian Sound" of truthful, natural reproduction.
The company focuses squarely on loudspeakers, spanning entry-level Alpha models to high-end Platinum series, alongside home theater systems, in-ceiling CustomSound options, and expansions into headphones, portable Bluetooth speakers, and subwoofers. Acquired by the Lenbrook Group in 1985—which also owns NAD Electronics—PSB gained global distribution, now reaching over 70 countries while maintaining Barton as chief designer. This heritage of psychoacoustics research ensures products prioritize flat frequency response and musical accuracy over hype.
PSB holds a strong mid-to-high-end position among discerning audiophiles, revered for value-driven performance that rivals pricier rivals without gimmicks. Its scientific foundation and "true-to-nature" ethos earn consistent praise, cementing a reputation as a Canadian benchmark in a crowded market, distributed through premium dealers worldwide.
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