Used vs. new


I am struggling with the decision of buying B&W 804 D4 or an older model like the 802 /803 D3 . I have the same issue with automobiles too.but  for now we can stick to the issue of speakers.

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I'm a big fan of used to afford something otherwise unaffordable, or if new not really better, just new thus cost more.

Features are important to me, often vintage overhauled is better than new for me.

I am not a fan of compromise, if you think the new speakers sound better, you will come to regret it and that regret will last a long time.

Cost of shipping speakers is high, so ask more questions, and for more photos. How old, i.e. woofer suspension need replacing?

Returns accepted, however, paying for shipping in and back ain't cheap.

Maybe be patient, find some local pick up.

I've and about 50% good luck buying used loudspeakers. If it's a system you are going to keep for a long time, buy a fresh pair.

you can buy better used speakers for the same $ but you knew that. If you have the money why wouldn't you just buy new?

What is your system, audio history.

Speakers from the same manufacturer at the same level in each generation sound cut from the same cloth… but better. There is no reason to release a new model without improvement.

 

Do you turn audio equipment… or do you expect to keep for ten or twenty years. If the later… new ones and you have listened to them correct. 
 

Do you have appropriate electronics to feed them.. or are you going to upgrade your electronics to support the new speakers. 
 

Do you swap cars a lot, of are they just transportation?