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Palladium SAE 2 Boxen zu verkaufen
Listed in good condition (EUR), this SAE Palladium at EUR 50 screams bargain—well below the median EUR 114 from 12 recent comparable EUR listings, and even under the 25th percentile of EUR 70. The 75th percentile hits EUR 267, so you're looking at a steal if it's truly functional, though "Palladium SAE 2 Boxen" suggests speakers where cosmetic wear in good shape typically justifies the discount without red flags.
Before biting, verify the drivers aren't blown—SAE Palladiums from the '70s suffer foam rot and cone degradation over decades. Check for original crossovers and grilles too; missing bits tank resale, and test for balanced bass response in person to dodge hidden channel imbalances.
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# SAE (Scientific Audio Electronics)
Scientific Audio Electronics emerged from Los Angeles in 1968 when Morris Kessler partnered with Ted Winchester and Beth Winchester to pursue an ambitious goal: building the world's finest audio amplifier. Kessler had been designing and hand-building amplifiers since the early 1960s, and the partnership formalized his vision into a commercial enterprise. The company operated through the 1980s, establishing itself as a significant player in the golden age of solid-state hi-fi before ceasing operations in 1988.
SAE built its reputation almost exclusively on power amplifiers, introducing the Mark 2—a 60-watt solid-state design that earned comparison to the legendary Marantz Model 9 tube amplifier in Stereophile magazine. Beyond amplifiers, the company pioneered several audio innovations, including the world's first graphic equalizer, the first digital read-out tuner, and the first phonograph pop-and-click filter. These products reflected SAE's engineering-forward philosophy and commitment to advancing high-fidelity technology.
SAE occupies a revered position in vintage hi-fi collecting and audio history. During the 1970s, the company was synonymous with high-end solid-state amplification, competing directly with established names like McIntosh, Marantz, Pioneer, and Sansui. Their equipment commanded premium pricing—a complete SAE rack system retailed for $6,000, equivalent to a top-tier Cadillac. Today, SAE remains a collector's brand, remembered by audiophiles as a legitimate innovator that produced musically open and refined components during hi-fi's most formative era.
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