Anyone used AudiogoN to sell gear?
AsSiMiLaTeD
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There doesn't seem to be any interest in the Harbeth here so I'm considering other avenues for moving these on. I've bought things off Audiogon in the past but have never sold, any issues or "gotchas" I should be aware of?
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Be aware of low ballers, overseas buyers, and be aware that if you use the audiogon checkout system, you're committed to a 7 day return.Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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I've sold several times on audiogon without a problem. Same rules apply as always: I only sell to people with an excellent record of feedback, and as Joey says, no oversees (though I did ship to Canada once without issue). PayPal only will offer you some protection, though it might limit buyers.
I wasn't aware of the 7 day return caveat...Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer -
I use audiocircle and audio nervosa both free or you can try audio asylum also free.Amplifiers: Norma IPA 140, MasterSound Compact 845, Ayre v6xe, Consonance Cyber 800
Preamp: deHavilland Ultraverve 3
Dac: Sonnet Morpheus 2, Musical Paradise mp-d2 mkIII
Transport: Jay's Audio CDT2 mk2, Lumin U1 mini
Speakers: Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II
Speaker Cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Organic Audio Organic Reference 2
Interconnects: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Argento Organic Reference 2, Argento Organic 2
Power Cables: Argento Organic Reference, Synergistic Research Foundation 10 and 12 ga.
Digital cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2 bnc, Tellurium Q aes, Silnote Audio Poseidon Signature 2 bnc
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Have used Audiogon in the past and have had good luck lately on US audio mart, fingers crossed going on 20 years of selling without a bad incident....
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I've used Audiogon in the past, but not since they changed their pricing structure a number of years ago. Between here, usaudiomart, AK, & cList I haven't had any trouble getting rid of gear. Though your Harbeths are higher end than most of what I've sold.
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Bought and sold on Audiogon, no issues with either.Political Correctness'.........defined
"A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."
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May have sold once on Audiogon several years ago, no issues. Have also used US Audiomart as well as Audio Circles with no issues.
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I have not sold on Audiogon, but have used USAudiomart which I am starting to like more and more.
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My Dyn C4s (Hawaii) and my 780D dac (Canada) were both sold on USaudio mart , flawless transactions2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC
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USAudioMart is not a problem, form of payment accepted however completely sucks. NEVER accept PAYPAL for any reason. They wont PAY you if the buyer decided to screw you and they are not your PAL. Accept cashiers check or money order only.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
Yes I agree never accept PayPal as a seller, you will get your butt handed to you if the buyer is a cheatMagico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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Thanks for the info guys, I'll give US Audio Mart a go first since that option appears to be free.
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AsSiMiLaTeD wrote: »Thanks for the info guys, I'll give US Audio Mart a go first since that option appears to be free.
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Do not use their pay now option... that’s how I got screwed.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
Some buyers will only do paypal, that's the problem
2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC
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Those that only use Paypal do so because they know they can scam the system and get away with it. Half the time they can run the scam without even having to front a dime themselves. Cash, Postal money order or cashiers check means they have to pay for something to get something.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
It is possible to counterfeit a cashier's check. I have one sitting in my office for $250,000.00 someone tried to pass on a real estate deal. Just sayin'--be careful.nooshinjohn wrote: ». . . or cashiers check means they have to pay for something to get something.
Integrated Amp: Marantz PM-10
Speakers: Usher MD2
Subwoofer: Rythmik F15HP
DAC: North Star Design Supremo
Streaming Source: AURALiC Aries Mini
SACD Player: Marantz SA8004
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There are always exceptions to the rule. But I don’t deal with PayPal as a sellerMagico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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Well, that's not a fair way to look at things. I prefer to use PayPal for convenience, and I've never once considered scamming anyone. I hear what you're saying, though, if all the protections favor the payer.nooshinjohn wrote: »Those that only use Paypal do so because they know they can scam the system and get away with it. Half the time they can run the scam without even having to front a dime themselves. Cash, Postal money order or cashiers check means they have to pay for something to get something. -
How does Audiogon / Automart compare vs selling on Ebay?
I know Ebay can be a dumping ground for crap but as a seller where can you get the best final price? -
How does Audiogon / Automart compare vs selling on Ebay?
I know Ebay can be a dumping ground for crap but as a seller where can you get the best final price?
I prefer audiogon. People are usually more trustworthy I feel.
I sell about once a month on audiogon. Rarely have I had an issueMagico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
mdaudioguy wrote: »
Well, that's not a fair way to look at things. I prefer to use PayPal for convenience, and I've never once considered scamming anyone. I hear what you're saying, though, if all the protections favor the payer.nooshinjohn wrote: »Those that only use Paypal do so because they know they can scam the system and get away with it. Half the time they can run the scam without even having to front a dime themselves. Cash, Postal money order or cashiers check means they have to pay for something to get something.
True on that, but if you have been flamed once, you won't do it ever again.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
I send people money for gear that I'll never see.
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That’s because you don’t even pay enough to cover a box, much less shipping.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
Check out this thread from Audiogon.
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/too-bad-audiogon-seems-to-have-morphed-to-fussy-picky-buyersIf you can't hear a difference, don't waste your money. -
That thread re-enforces why I like to sell here if at all possible. As established members, we don't jerk each other around with the typical BS you find on eBay, etc. In fact, I think it's the extreme buyer-centric policies of eBay that have lead to buyers everywhere thinking they can take advantage of sellers with no negative consequences. It's also justification for our 100 post minimum.
