Is there such thing as a test lab/escrow service for selling/buying audio gear?

Another vote for TMR.  I have negotiated both price and their fee with them so there can be some flexibility. They have great customer support too. Sent them an amp to sell and during testing they found a problem.  We determined the unit was still under warranty and TMR sent it to the manufacturer for me to get repaired.  They also paid for shipping twice to get the amp back to sell after repair.  Although their fee is high, it does come with amazing support. I have sold and purchased many items with them. 

Maybe check with https://www.escrow.com

It was the first option that came up when I googled escrow services.

@philliprcook 

"I tried TMR but they quoted me a very low price and they have a standard consignment fee of 35%. In reality, I would only get about 35% of the value of the item if and when it sells."

FWIW, the "value of the item" is the amount it sells for on the open market.  You would get 65% of the value.

Another vote here for TMR, I have had nothing but good experiences with them.

Finally, it is not unheard of for sellers to send an expenisve item to the original manufacturer for a check-up and then most manufacturers will forward the item directly to the new buyer, assuming you pay them the shipping/insurance fee, which you can include in the price you collect from the buyer.  However, you must consider the logistics of timing and also expect to pay for the check-up, as nothing is free these days.  To maximize the amount you receive from your sale, and at the same time reduce (but not eliminate) your risk that a buyer will claim some sort of malfunction, this is a pretty good option.  However, you still have the risk of shipping damage. 

This site and USAM are two good places to sell audio gear.  If you need help navigating the listing process here, I am sure the A'gon administration will help you if you reach out.  For the least risk and hassle, use TMR and take your 65%.

TMR is a for profit business, they must cover costs of labor, inventory, storage, receiving and shipping, advertising, and product evaluations.  Therefore the price of their services seems reasonable although costly.  Therefore only other alternatives is to sell to a dealer or a private party.

Used audio components typically sell at ~30-50% discount vs new.  Sure we’d like to sell with minimal discount, but sellers have no control on what buyers are willing to pay - it’s the market that determines resale prices.