Meridian DSP8000 Flagship Powered Speakers

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This is the flagship speaker from Meridian in its original DSP8000 form.

Very exclusive and difficult to source. We can’t find a single pair in the US for sale.

These particular units were sold new to one of our clients many years ago ($65,000) and were well cared for. A move and downsizing prompted this client to return them to us and we were happy to get a chance to hear them again. And wow - they are as nimble and powerful as we remembered. These are capable of over 118db mostly due to their 5 internal amplifiers (150W for each pair of woofers, 100W for the tweeter, and 100W for the mid).

We also have matching DSP5500 center and rears in case you’re looking for a killer home theater system. Simply click here to check them out.

The current version of these speakers (DSP8000SE) retails for $80k. There is an upgrade available from Meridian which brings these original speakers up to the SE designation by replacing the electronic pack and the tweeter resulting in an updated DAC as well. This upgrade is normally available for $20k, but we would be willing to upgrade them for you for an additional $15k saving you a full 1/4 off the regular price.  Just drop us a note if you're interested.

Condition is very good for its age. The gloss black paint is super clean and most buyers (except for the super critical ones) will be pleased. There is a hairline crack on one of the bass units on the side (see picture) but its barely noticeable. All the drivers are absolutely perfect and the amplifiers all work as they should. The grills are in good condition although a few of them have lightened in color a bit from sun exposure. 

While most people will use these speakers as part of a Meridian system, they will work very well as a stand-alone system. They feature two digital inputs and come with their own remote so it would make for a great, super simple digital system. Connecting a simple media streamer would result in a complete system capable of outperforming just about anything out there. We recently auditioned these with a Mytek Manhattan connected directly to the digital input and got amazing results. Simplicity at its best! A pairing with a Meridian Zone Controller would also provide a simple and powerful solution. Of course, you can also choose to integrate them with a full blown Meridian system as most will do.

This listing includes the speakers, power cords, and the Meridian remote.

There are many glowing reviews for you to read on the internet so I won’t go on and on about these. Keep in mind this is a flagship product from an amazing and innovative UK based company and they don’t come up for sale very often.

So if you’ve wanted a set this may be your best chance.

While the price tag may be high for a set of speakers, keep in mind they essentially include an internal amplifier, preamplifier, and DAC which in my opinion makes them a great audio bargain.

Thanks for looking and please click here if you would like to receive a list of the equipment we receive from time to time.  We promise not to bombard you with junk email.

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PURCHASING FROM SKYFI

This item will be professionally packaged and insured for safe transit to your home. 

Please click here for detailed specifics regarding our specialized packing process that separates us from the rest.

If we don’t have the original manufacture's packaging, we use heavy duty double ply corrugated boxes with Instapak expanding foam custom inserts.  In many cases this has proven to be better than the original packaging.  We also use high quality fiber reinforced tape to seal our packages.  Lightweight items will be bubble wrapped and shipped in a high-quality box. 

This item is available for pickup in Ridgewood, NJ or Union Square, NYC (with convenient parking in the building).

NJ Residents or anyone picking up without a resale certificate will need to pay NJ Sales Tax.

Use the Buy It Now button and we will cover the PayPal fees.

Thanks for looking and be sure to call or text 646.852.2073 with any questions. 

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WHO WE ARE 

SkyFi Audio is a small startup business specializing in the purchase, reconditioning, and reselling of select high-end audio equipment.  We only buy equipment the we admire and are passionate about. No mid-fi, no gimmicks, no junk. 

Each piece of equipment is cosmetically restored and fully tested in our well-equipped lab by an engineer with 30+ years of experience in the HiFi world. If it does not meet or exceed the original manufactures specifications, it will not be sold.  We are very selective about the equipment we purchase, focusing on mostly analog, high-build quality, American, and European built units.

Through our sister company, which is an authorized dealer for McIntosh, Audio Research, Sonus Faber, ClearAudio, Pro-Ject Audio Systems, and Sony ES, we have access to OEM parts, service, and support.  If you are local and looking for new equipment from the above-mentioned manufacturers, please drop us a line as we can arrange both sales and professional installation in the tri-state area.

PURCHASING GUIDELINES

We do not accept or review any offers that do not go through the official Audiogon system. We have too many items for sale and it’s nearly impossible to keep track of offers outside of the official system. Please don’t message, email, or text any offers. 

If you do not see a “Make an Offer” button, it means we are not considering any offers on that item.   

PAYMENTS

We prefer working through PayPal which allows you to use a credit card or bank transfer. We do not charge extra for any payment fees if you purchase the item at the asking price.  You can also send us a personal check (which will need to clear before shipping), certified check, money order, or wire transfer. International clients without access to PayPal should use a bank wire transfer. 

If you are picking up an item we do not accept PayPal.  You must pay in person with cash, certified or bank check, or wire transfer.  If you make a PayPal payment and are picking up the item, it will be returned. 

TRADE IN POLICY 

We accept trade-ins of equal or lesser value under certain conditions.  Simply ask and let us know the exact model, condition, and the accessories that are included (such as the original box, remote, cables, manual, etc.).  We will only consider high-end equipment from mainstream manufacturers such as McIntosh, Mark Levinson, Audio Research, Krell, etc. and will typically pass on displays, projectors, receivers, dated surround processors, and mid-fi equipment of any type.  We will offer a fair value for your equipment, but keep in mind we are running a business and will need to be able to resell the equipment at a profit after investing a great deal of time and resources in testing, certifying, repairing, cleaning, and packaging the incoming equipment.  If you are looking for top dollar we suggest attempting to sell it directly to an end user on your own.

SELL US YOUR GEAR (Working or Broken)

We will also purchase your used or broken gear and arrange pickup if you are in our local market. Just drop us a note for a quote but be sure to include the condition and what is included. 

HOW TO VISIT US                                                                                                        

We are currently operating from a residence in Ridgewood, NJ.  You are welcome to make an appointment if there is a piece of equipment you would like to see in operation before or after purchase.  We have a well-equipped, dedicated listening room with tons of equipment of all makes and models.  We are not a store, so please don’t make an appointment if you are just curious as to how a speaker or piece of equipment sounds.  In essence, no tire kickers please.

If you are in NYC and cannot make it out to Ridgewood, we can arrange pickup in Union Square (14th Street) after the purchase.   You can call or text 646.852.2073 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.  We can also arrange to install, calibrate, and tune the gear in your listening room if you are local to the area.  This is super useful when purchasing large speakers or heavy amplifiers.  It is also great for ensuring your new turntable is setup correctly in its final resting place.  

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