If you're familiar with the sound of a certain speaker then there's the normal risk issues-shipping, and condition. In this case going by other buyers recommendations is reasonable due-diligence. If you're not familiar with a speaker I think you really have to audition them. If the seller won't allow an audition I think you have to pass. Just a note on shipping. If you can pick up yourself - do it. If you can't - go with a freight company. UPS/FedEx, and the others, are high risk for large items.
Buying used or sight unseen speakers a bad idea?
Hi folks, reading & absorbing as much as I can in the Learn forum, question from a novice in this field, is it safe to purchase used or sight unseen a pair of hi-end speakers? Are speakers considered "too old?" Does it effect the sound too much? Thanks