Audiogon seems to have a lot of stuff. Haven't seen any other site that has any good used gear.
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ebay and audiogon are the major players... -
Just be VERY, VERY wary of ebay. Make sure it is a seller with sufficient positive feedback and preferably someone you can contact prior to sale. Lots of fraud with Ebay. Audiogon is a bit safer but doesn't have near the volume.:B It's all about the MUSIC!!!Comment
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How can you say audiogon is safer? They are equally unsafe. Anytime you make a purchase of that magnitude the best option is escrow, or local purchase, i.e. make sure you can drive and pickup/examine the speakers before you buy. I believe e-bay even recommends escro over a certain dollar amount.Comment
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What escrow services have you used in the past? Thanks!Originally posted by junior77blueComment
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I personally have not used escrow. But, I know ebay has a recommended vendor. I'm sure someone will chime in here.
The best/safest way is to buy locally. Granted the selection can/will be slim.Comment
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The ONLY WAY is to go see the product before you buy.
Better still have a listen to it if they are speakers.
How anyone would buy something like B&W speakers unheard and unseen is beyond my comprehension!!
CALEBComment
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I only say that because I feel a more seasoned and sincere buyer or seller knows about Audiogon. Everyone knows about Ebay and hence the scams are more numerous and profound. Just an opinion.:B It's all about the MUSIC!!!Comment
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Very true, but someone can audition the same speaker at a friend or relative or their dealer and then try to buy the same speaker at a discount from Ebay or Audiogon from a reputable seller.:B It's all about the MUSIC!!!Comment
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I have had very good 'luck' so far using Audiogon. I was able to pick up a pair of B&W CDM 1NTs to complete my set, shortly after they were discontinued by B&W. I have also been able to quickly sell my 600-series when upgrading.
I won't purchase anything without seeing detailed pics first. You're still taking a chance, of course, but there are some good deals to be had there.BradComment
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I too have had good experiences only. I have simply been very cautious. Most good sellers will bend over backwards to prove their trustworthiness.Last edited by DanR; 10 February 2005, 06:35 Thursday.:B It's all about the MUSIC!!!Comment
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So I see a set of speakers for sale on audiogon from a new seller (0 feedback)that I want to buy and I email the seller. I get a response back and he says I was the first one to email him and that he will wait for my response until he sells to someone else. So we work out a deal and he agrees to it.... -
First, let me say that I have made 12 transactions using Audiogon and have excellent feedback. All went without a hitch but, most were with local pickups. One advantage to living in such a large urban area, no problem finding local buyers or sellers.
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How do we find off scam in Audiogon world?
Found three that for sure are another scams on the loose:
http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls....ull&1138994900
http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls....ull&1138995490
http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls....
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