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Offered is „Virgo“ by Audio Physic 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 5764971755 ends on 24.12.2026 at 15:12 o'clock.
# Audio Physic Virgo – €950, Good Condition
The Virgo is a respected compact monitor that commands steady demand on the used market. Based on recent EUR comparable listings, the median asking price sits around EUR 1,283, with the 25th percentile at EUR 1,117 and 75th percentile at EUR 1,770. At EUR 950, this example sits notably below the typical range—roughly 26% under median. That's genuine value, assuming the "good" condition assessment is honest and the speaker hasn't been abused. The Virgo's solid reputation and relatively stable resale suggest this is a legitimate bargain rather than a red flag.
Before committing, verify the tweeter and woofer for any signs of damage, crackling, or cone deterioration—both drivers are wear items on used units of this age. Confirm the crossover hasn't been tampered with and that all internal bracing is intact; check for cabinet resonance by tapping gently. Ask about amplifier pairing history; the Virgo prefers quality current-delivery rather than high wattage, so underpowered or poor-matching gear can mask its potential. Get specifics on age and usage hours if possible—this directly affects driver compliance.
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Audio Physic, a German loudspeaker specialist, was founded in 1985 in Brilon, Sauerland, by Joachim Gerhard and Willi Hegener (also referenced as Wilhelm Hegener). Dissatisfied with prevailing speaker designs, Gerhard modified units like the ProAc Tablette, leading to their debut Tempo bookshelf model and rapid acclaim. The 1989 Avanti flagship cemented their breakthrough, earning international praise in The Absolute Sound and establishing a signature style of compact, elegantly finished speakers with audiophile precision. Handcrafted in their Brilon facility to this day, the brand remains one of Germany's few remaining loudspeaker makers, sourcing locally for quality control.
The company focuses exclusively on high-end loudspeakers, eschewing amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables. Their portfolio spans bookshelf, floorstanding, and statement models, renowned for innovations like downward-firing bass drivers—a hallmark from the Avanti—and vibration-damping techniques via 3D printing. Developers like Gerhard, dubbed "the Magician," and current chief Manfred Diestertich prioritize detail retrieval, expansive soundstaging, and dynamic resolution.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Audio Physic commands respect among discerning audiophiles for "no loss of fine detail," blending living-room-friendly designs with reference-level performance. Over four decades, they've evolved from garage origins to global benchmarks in resolution and musicality, appealing to buyers seeking German engineering's obstinate pursuit of sonic truth.
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