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HAPPY TO MEET HALFWAY FOR PICK UP IF REASONABLE DISTANCE Description: The C2 is an elegantly styled floor stander designed using a similar recipe to the C1 stand-mount. The larger ported cabinet is constructed from 18mm high density MDF specifically chosen for its acoustic properties and beautifully finished with real wood veneer. The reflex port is situated on the bottom of the cabinet to enable more flexibility in placement within the listening room. The fixed plinth provides a fixed boundary gap for the port to work optimally as well as providing additional stability. Internally the cabi... read more
This £700 ask for the Kudos Cardea C2 in walnut is a clear bargain against the typical used market. Recent comparable GBP listings show a median of £797, with the 25th percentile at £749 and 75th at £4,010—putting this excellent-condition example well below the entry point for similar pairs. It's a steal if it's as pristine as claimed, especially given Kudos' reputation for refined, musical standmounts that hold value.
Before biting, verify the cabinets for any veneer chips or resonance issues common in walnut finishes from knocks during moves. Check the Cardea-specific port plugs and damping materials are intact, and confirm original AudioQuest hooks or spikes are included—replacements aren't cheap. Test for voice coil rub, as these drivers can suffer if overdriven.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Kudos Audio traces its roots to the late 1980s in England, when founders Derek Gilligan and Bob Surgeoner—previously of Neat Acoustics—acquired a company renowned for its innovative loudspeaker stands, particularly those paired with the Neat Petite. After their partnership ended, Gilligan retained the Kudos brand and launched its first speakers, the original Cardea models, in 2006. Hand-built in England by Gilligan, who has decades of experience in high-end loudspeaker design and live sound engineering, the brand embodies a heritage of meticulous craftsmanship and bold innovation.
The company focuses exclusively on high-performance loudspeakers, eschewing amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables. Kudos designs emphasize simplicity and precision, often incorporating unique bespoke components from European suppliers and unconventional elements like passive external crossovers. Every model, from the Titan series to the flagship Cardea, is engineered holistically for exceptional musicality and emotional impact.
Positioned as a niche boutique in the high-end market, Kudos Audio enjoys a growing reputation among discerning audiophiles for its rule-breaking approach and one-of-a-kind sound. Fast-rising in the UK hi-fi scene, it appeals to buyers seeking authentic, handcrafted originals that deliver profound listening experiences beyond conventional norms.
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