RARE: Von Gaylord Audio Reference Speaker (Return Of The Legend Mk2 + VG-1) / Handmade in USA
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Ships from | San Francisco, CA, 94133 |
Ships to | United States |
Package dimensions | unspecified |
Shipping carrier | FedEx |
Shipping cost | $250.00 |
Original accessories | Box, Manual |
Average | Research Pricing |
Rarely on sale, a pair of Von Gaylord Audio's Reference speaker system (latest generation):
* Return Of The Legend Mk2 speaker ($19k new)
* VG-1 Low Frequency Extension/Bass module ($6k new)
* Custom Sound Anchors 3 post stands to fit the speaker system
* Option to add Von Gaylord Audio Legend 4 tri-wire speaker cables (silver + gold, 10 ft, $3k new) for $950.
Some salient features of the speakers:
* Focal drivers and pure silver and gold internal wiring
* Cabinets have a high gloss finish (~3mm of clear coat) over a beautiful red mahogany veneer
* Handmade in California
* Sophisticated time alignment design that also results in an aesthetically pleasing pyramid shape
* 90 dB/watt/meter efficiency; extremely easy to drive
* Lush and captivating mid range. See reviews below.
http://v2.stereotimes.com/post/von-gaylord-audio-a-systemic-approach
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/replacing-my-mfa-luminescence-b2-preamp
https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2015/06/26/newport-2015-von-gaylord-audio/
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/who-here-uses-von-gaylord-amps-or-other-gear
http://www.enjoythemusic.com/superioraudio/equipment/1112/von_gaylord_audio_the_legend.htm
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/success-with-gaylord-legend-audio-at-home
System was bought directly from Von Gaylord Audio after hearing them at the 2016 California Audio Show (where they won best room). It was a demo system that had toured the globe and acquired some battle scars (3 dinged corners, 2 scratches on the top and 1 nick on the tweeter surround). For a 60% discount, it was worth it, since the cosmetic issues are not apparent from sitting distance. Also, Von Gaylord Audio refurbed the electronics and extended a 3 year warranty. It is therefore conservatively rated as 5, though it should pass as a 7.
Custom Sound Anchors 3-post stands were purchased for $1200 (and are included with the sale along with spikes). They add a lot to the imaging capabilities of the system.
A 10ft run of Tri-Wired Legend 4 speaker cables (silver and gold) were also purchased from VGA ($2995), and can be included for an additional $950. (The sheer amount of precious metal in these cables alone is worth more than that. For context, 80 ft of 18awg Neotech silver wire will set you back $1900)
There are 6 boxes, so shipping can either be via FedEx small package or via freight on a single pallet based on your preference. I will cover any shipping expense above $250.
Priced aggressively so it can find a new home soon. I am trying the other end of the speaker spectrum with Magico.
Questions for the seller |
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Before you bought the Sound Anchor stands, did you have the original VGA stands? If so, do you still have them? Yes, I did, but they were not as structurally rigid so I returned them to VGA for a refund, which I put towards the Sound Anchors. The sonic improvement was substantial. |
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