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Price Assessment
At USD $4,699 for a pair, this is a fair-to-slightly-ambitious ask for used Model 9s in good condition. These speakers originally retailed around USD $8,800 when new (circa 2003–2006), and they've held value reasonably well in the used market—typically trading between USD $3,500 and USD $5,500 depending on cosmetic condition, driver condition, and local demand. Natural cherry finish is desirable and commands a slight premium. If the pair is cosmetically sound with no driver issues or cabinet damage, this pricing sits at the higher end of fair; if there's any wear or you're in a buyer's market, there's room to negotiate down by USD $300–500.
What to Verify Before Buying
Inspect the four woofers per speaker closely—these 180mm drivers are the workhorses and any cone damage, surround deterioration, or voice-coil rattle is expensive to repair. Confirm the titanium dome tweeters are intact and test them at moderate volume for any harshness or crackling that might signal age-related issues. Verify that the bi-wiring terminals are present and functional, and ask the seller whether the adjustable floor spikes (a noted design feature) are included. Request photos or video of the drivers under light and a brief listening demo if possible; at this price point, you want confidence in the mechanical condition.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Aerial Acoustics traces its roots to 1989, when music enthusiasts Michael Kelly and David Marshall, former engineers at a/d/s, left to pursue their vision of superior loudspeakers. Kelly, armed with a Master’s from MIT’s Sloan School, formally incorporated the company in 1991 in the suburbs north of Boston, Massachusetts. Their debut Model 10T floorstander, featuring a pioneering cast-in-house Novalith stone head and Kevlar midrange, quickly captured audiophile acclaim and financed further growth, embodying New England’s artisan heritage of meticulous craftsmanship.
The brand focuses exclusively on high-performance loudspeakers, spanning floorstanders, bookshelves, on-wall designs, and home theater systems. Every model integrates state-of-the-art custom drivers, advanced crossovers, and furniture-grade cabinets, all designed and hand-built in their American facility. Standouts include the award-winning 20T V2, along with recent favorites like the 6T and 7T, prioritizing acoustic precision over diversification into amplifiers, DACs, or cables.
Positioned as a boutique high-end contender, Aerial Acoustics delivers concert-hall realism and build quality rivaling pricier rivals, with pairs like the 5T bookshelves starting around $3,800. Dealers praise its unwavering support for legacy products, fostering loyalty among discerning buyers who value made-in-USA excellence and understated elegance in a market dominated by imports.
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