how old is too old when buying speakers?


I am considering buying Linn Tukan speakers over the net that are 5 years old. I was wondering whether people would consider this too old to buy speakers, and whether people have had good experiences in general buying audio equipment over the net? It seems a little scary buying components that are used that you have not heard.
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Showing 1 response by judit

5 years is new for some speakers and old for others. Have the Tukans been upgraded in the past five years by Linn? Have you heard them new or used? Speakers are a higher risk purchase - the likelihood of damage during shipping is something to consider.

All of my experiences buying equipment on Audiogon have been positive. However, as a new buyer, you might want to shop for something smaller than speakers first to learn how to protect yourself.