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Some thoughts on selling audio equipment....

Recently, as part of my downsizing of the system, I have sold several items. Thought I'd share my experience for those who are interested in such things.

I advertised all of the items here on the Asylum and on USAudiomart. One more expensive item received little attention, so I listed it on ebay as well.

Most of the items have now sold, but none of them through the Asylum, which I find unfortunate as the Asylum would always be my first choice. USAudiomart was by far the best when it came to selling. The more expensive item, which I had underpriced considerably because I really wanted to sell it, garnered a lot of attention through ebay. However, most ebay buyers significantly undercut the already very reasonable price. I was willing to bargain, but not when the low ball offer was 50% of the asking price. In the end, the item was sold through USAudiomart.

So, on the whole, I found USAudiomart to be the best option. I have also found that the market for used interconnects is not very good.

Did not list anything on Audiogon because I didn't want to pay their fee.

In terms of shipping, I found Fed Ex to be cheaper than UPS, and will use Fed Ex from now on.


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Topic - Some thoughts on selling audio equipment.... - slapshot 17:28:46 05/24/17 (24)

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