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Pioneer Elite SP-EC73 is a 2-way center channel speaker designed by Andrew Jones, featuring a 1" soft-dome tweeter, aluminum woofer, and a 5-1/4" passive radiator. Key specs include 45-20,000 Hz frequency response, 4-ohm impedance, 85 dB sensitivity, and 140-watt power handling. Design: 2-Way Center Channel with Passive RadiatorDriver Configuration: CST (Coherent Source Transducer) concentric driver with 1" soft-dome tweeter and aluminum woofer; 5-1/4" aluminum passive radiatorFully tested (NO GRILL COVER ) excellent condition
Excellent deal. At US$145, this sits below the US$144 25th percentile by essentially the same neighborhood, and well under the US$223 median for recent comps, so it reads as a strong buy rather than just a fair one. The excellent condition tag only strengthens that case, since you’re not paying median money for a tired example.
Pioneer’s 3-way designs are often valued for full, easy listening: solid bass weight, a clear midrange, and enough top-end presence to sound lively without getting brittle when they’re healthy. If the cabinets, drivers, and surrounds are intact and it’s playing cleanly, this is the kind of listing that can deliver a lot of speaker for the money. At this price, I’d mainly confirm basic functionality and match the pair if applicable, then move quickly.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pioneer traces its roots to 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, when founder Nozomu Matsumoto, inspired by the thrill of imported hi-fi speakers, developed the A-8 dynamic speaker and launched a radio and speaker repair shop. The business formalized as Fukuin Shokai Denki Seisakusho in 1938, evolving into Pioneer Corporation and embodying Matsumoto's philosophy of "Move the Heart and Touch the Soul" through audio innovation.
The brand excels across diverse hi-fi categories, pioneering Japan's first headphones in 1960 with the SE-1 and the world's first component-based stereo system in 1965 via the PSC-5A. Pioneer's portfolio spans amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark car audio advancements like the 1975 Supertuner-equipped stereo and the 1986 in-car CD player, blending home and automotive excellence.
Today, Pioneer holds a commanding mid-to-high-tier position in the market, revered for reliable, performance-driven gear that balances premium quality with accessibility. Its vintage components attract collectors, while current offerings appeal to discerning buyers seeking robust, innovative sound reproduction without boutique excess.
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