Are These Finds Good Deals?

[Kvn_Walker]

These look interesting. I don't know much about Von Schweikert but they usually go for more than $1150 for a pair of VR2s.

Von Schweikert VR2 Speakers - electronics - by owner - sale

Selling an 8.5 to 9 out of 10 condition Von Scweikert VR2 speakers in stunning black ash finish. I am the original owner, purchased from the late and brilliant Bob Williams owner of Audio Nut...

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Might be too much of a drive but these VR-2000’s for $700 are a better deal by far:

Von Schweikert Audio VR-2000 Floor Standin... For Sale | Audiogon

Von Schweikert Audio VR-2000 Floor Standing speakers: Full-Range for sale. Von Schweikert VR-2000 Black Virtual Reality Stereo speakers, part of th...

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If they were on the east coast I would have worked out a way to own them by now.

 

[Beave]

For @lovinthehd , here's what you've been waiting for. Grab 'em now, while you can!

Speakers with free soup bowl and stirring spoon!

 

[Beave]

And if anybody was eyeing the Ascend Sierra 2 speakers, these might be just what you were looking for (assuming you're a complete idiot who painted not only the cabinets but also THE WOOFERS!):

It's GOLD!!!

 

[Kvn_Walker]

And if anybody was eyeing the Ascend Sierra 2 speakers, these might be just what you were looking for (assuming you're a complete idiot who painted not only the cabinets but also THE WOOFERS!):

It's GOLD!!!

They wanted the Sierra's to look like Klipsch.

 

[John Parks]

And if anybody was eyeing the Ascend Sierra 2 speakers, these might be just what you were looking for (assuming you're a complete idiot who painted not only the cabinets but also THE WOOFERS!):

It's GOLD!!!

 

[Pogre]

And if anybody was eyeing the Ascend Sierra 2 speakers, these might be just what you were looking for (assuming you're a complete idiot who painted not only the cabinets but also THE WOOFERS!):

It's GOLD!!!

What the... why would someone do that??

 

[Eppie]

B&W are usually a pass, but aren't the Matrix series one of the better ones? Matrix 803 S2s for $1298 to be exact.

B&W Matrix 803 S2 - electronics - by dealer - sale

Thank you for looking at “Audio Addictions ads. Located at 2714 W Osborn, Phoenix and available at Now available is a great set of Bowers and Wilkens Matrix 803 series 2 speakers. Black Ash finish....

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How can I put my potted plants on my speakers with the tweeters there?

 

[lp85253]

And if anybody was eyeing the Ascend Sierra 2 speakers, these might be just what you were looking for (assuming you're a complete idiot who painted not only the cabinets but also THE WOOFERS!):

It's GOLD!!!

I almost hope that he can't sell them...that's taking art and pooping on it... Can you imagine what his room must look like?

 

[zieglj01]

This is interesting, but not a bad deal, but they are not KEG speakers. And they are not Q1 but are iQ1 and iQ2 center ... I did have him post pictures with the grills removed ... one thing for sure, I did not like the former Q15 speakers. They look to be in good shape. If I get them to toy with, I expect that I will have to go inside them and treat the inner walls some, as i expect them to be somewhat resonance sounding. And I will throw them against the modded Cambridge S30 by Dennis Murphy.

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[Pogre]

This is interesting, but not a bad deal, but they are not KEG speakers. And they are not Q1 but are iQ1 and iQ2 center ... I did have him post pictures with the grills removed ... one thing for sure, I did not like the former Q15 speakers. They look to be in good shape. If I get them to toy with, I expect that I will have to go inside them and treat the inner walls some, as i expect them to be somewhat resonance sounding. And I will throw them against the modded Cambridge S30 by Dennis Murphy.

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Those do look very interesting. Very solid looking. I like the shape and oak cabs too. Have you heard them before?

 

[zieglj01]

Those do look very interesting. Very solid looking. I like the shape and oak cabs too. Have you heard them before?

not that series, but the older Q15 series ... if I buy them, I should be able to sell them in the future at a lost in this tough Knoxville, TN area.

 

[cerwinmad]

These popped up.....

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[John Parks]

These popped up.....

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What are “miner marks”? Did someone have at them with a pickaxe?

 

[cerwinmad]

Can't find any info on "fountain" speakers. Just an off brand?

 

[Kvn_Walker]

Can't find any info on "fountain" speakers. Just an off brand?

Might be a Kiwi exclusive brand. Could be white van (does NZ have such a thing?) but those rarely have bi-wire posts.

 

[Pogre]

Yeah, I never heard of Fountain speakers before, but I know of at least 1 other Australian or Kiwi brand I'd never heard of who make some very nice speakers. I can't remember the name. Someone posted 'em up a while ago.

 

[Pogre]

Might be a Kiwi exclusive brand. Could be white van (does NZ have such a thing?) but those rarely have bi-wire posts.

Always have a wary eye out for white van speakers, for sure. A close inspection and an audition will bear that out tho. From the pics I think they do look pretty nice. Dual 5 way binding posts and seemingly decent looking drivers.

 

[zieglj01]

Can't find any info on "fountain" speakers. Just an off brand?

Looks like a house brand or what we call white vann ... they tend to look like some cheapy Jamo speakers ... not impressive in the pictures

 

[John Parks]

These look like a good local deal but not necessarily for the price (though possibly good - there is a pair on the E of Bays for $1K more):

B&W 802 Matrix III Speakers - electronics - by owner - sale

Bowers and Wilkins Matrix Series Speakers in Satin Black finish. Nice condition and no issues with drivers or crossovers. Local pickup only as I do not have the boxes for shipping. Demo is...

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What I like about these is they are being sold by an awesome A/V dealer (with emphasis on the 'A') John Fort in Richardson (if your are familiar with DFW). He is one of the good guys and does things the old fashioned B&M way. Besides selling new, he reconditions vintage stuff. In the pictures, to the right of the left speaker is a sweet Marantz 2245 receiver with a black facia and custom walnut case. He let me borrow the Marantz 1060 integrated (left of the left speaker) while I waited for my Parasound to arrive and I fell in love with it (I may still get it just to have it). Anyway, support local!

 

[cerwinmad]

Yeah, I never heard of Fountain speakers before, but I know of at least 1 other Australian or Kiwi brand I'd never heard of who make some very nice speakers. I can't remember the name. Someone posted 'em up a while ago.

Your probably thinking of Theopany. Beautiful speakers with a high price, and a strange backstory. Visit the website

The Vision — Theophany

It all started with a dream, now Theophany Loudspeakers has become a success story of amazing proportions.

www.theophanyloudspeakers.com