Rockport Arrakis (fully-upgraded by Andy) For Sale on Audiogon

[knghifi]

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/magico-m-project-loudspeaker-1/

 

[jeff1225]

The ad listed the original cost as $160K, I was following this ad which originally had a price of $100K.

 

[KeithR]

Elberoth has it right - the speakers are so big, its a tough market to begin with.

I think it demonstrates how overpriced the elite echelon of the this hobby is - the used market usually gets it right. You're honestly better getting a cheaper speaker and a 911

 

[andromedaaudio]

i like all Out assault well made products like this.
And yes they Cost a lot to make.
Money is a relative thing, can you put a pricetag on Sonic thrill?
A rich college of mine says always , better too expensive as not for sale at all

 

[Whatmore]

Seller is getting loads of free advertising at least...

 

[thedudeabides]

That could have been one of the intended results.

 

[audioguy]

You're honestly better getting a cheaper speaker and a 911

A man after my own heart ... I've owned 4.25 Porches: (I gave my first one - a 944 - 1/4 point), then 3 real 911's, then a Boxter - which I actually enjoyed more than any of the rest.

Your strategy also works well for boats !!!

 

[andromedaaudio]

Cars ???
Come on, is this an audiophile forum or not
I ll take the rockport over a car , all this complaining about price , people should appreciate all the work that goes into a design like this ,its the whats best forum after all .
Not the " this beats anything for 5 K " forum

 

[audioguy]

It's not about audio OR cars. It's about USED audio AND cars

 

[PeterA]

A man after my own heart ... I've owned 4.25 Porches: (I gave my first one - a 944 - 1/4 point), then 3 real 911's, then a Boxter - which I actually enjoyed more than any of the rest.

Your strategy also works well for boats !!!

Don't know about boats. Anything with sails and wood can have a pretty steep ownership cost, which audio and cars do not, at least in terms of the purchase price vs. upkeep ratio. New cars and audio gear don't really cost much to own once paid for. Older rare cars may be different.

 

[Elberoth]

I've been always told, that it costs less to rent boat / jet / women.

 

[PeterA]

I've been always told, that it costs less to rent boat / jet / women.

Too funny. Yes, it helps to know the purchase price/maintenance cost ratio before embarking on these adventures. But it can be so worthwhile, nevertheless.

 

[Mike Lavigne]

I've been always told, that it costs less to rent boat / jet / women.

yes, that does prevent the '2 best days' syndrome.

 

[audioguy]

Don't know about boats. Anything with sails and wood can have a pretty steep ownership cost, which audio and cars do not, at least in terms of the purchase price vs. upkeep ratio. New cars and audio gear don't really cost much to own once paid for. Older rare cars may be different.

Fiberglass boats with no sails (if they are large enough and have heads, HVAC systems, showers, kitchens, etc,). have very steep ownership costs. An incredibly nice audio rig can be had just for 1 years annual upkeep/maintenance/gas.

The guy I purchased my last boat from had a short test he gave to all prospective boat purchasers. He would take them to the end of the dock, ask them to take $100 out of their pocket, rip it up and throw it into the lake. Then he would tell them go home and take an ice cold shower. If they truly enjoyed both of those activities, they were good prospective boat owners !!

 

[JackD201]

The week should be up. Did somebody take them?

 

[bonzo75]

The speakers have been on the market since August

 

[Jeffy]

Wow if it takes this long to sell a speaker at almost half off, how does Andy sell any at retail price.

 

[jfrech]

Wow if it takes this long to sell a speaker at almost half off, how does Andy sell any at retail price.

My guess is he doesn't "need" to sell many of these. It's a statement piece and what he learned is implemented into his other offerings which are apparently selling quite well...

 

[caesar]

An additional thing to keep in mind: the individual buying used, especially a model that is at the end of its production cycle, is a different guy than someone who buys new. Used and new are distinct segments.

How big of a room does one need to let these things open up without compromise? Someone may need to move from a 4,000 square foot home to a 5,000 square foot home to do these justice.

Also, nice subs!

 

[knghifi]

Wow if it takes this long to sell a speaker at almost half off, how does Andy sell any at retail price.

Low supply and high price or high supply and low price so don't need or expect to sell many. Economic 101 plus nobody pays retail!