I suspect someone offered them a higher amount after I had made the purchase and that is whom the speakers will go to now
Adam? I find that extremely doubtful. If they were only after the highest dollar, they would have never accepted the offer I made on the amp I purchased, significantly under their asking price (or make offer). I expected them to counter, but they did not. No doubt, I’m sure they could have sold it for more. But, to my surprise, accepted my offer, and shipped the amp out promptly, and professionally packaged and boxed.
Overall, a great amp, and a great transaction.
And they do not have a large staff, so the COVID thing was probably legit, not an excuse.