Fs : Dynaudio audience 52 speakers

[bbbiker800]

decided to sell these classics. I brought these new from Bartlett's many years ago. I still have the original receipt and the original box and packing. They still sound fantastic and are true Dynaudio's. I've never had a problem with them though they have never been driven hard - that's down to the wife....

Their condition is excellent - there are no marks, scratches, scuffs anywhere. The drivers are in the same condition. The bases sport some small spot stains where they have been blu-tacked onto stands. I tried to photograph them unsuccessfully. Importantly, the veneer is not scratched and they are in 'cherrywood'.

I'm looking for £300 which is fair for these classic and immaculate speakers. Best that they are collected from Essex (near Stansted) though they could be couriered should you wish to organise that.

Let me know if u want any more pictures or have questions and I'll sort that out.

I'll add some specs later....
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[bbbiker800]

Some more pics....
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[bbbiker800]

Here's some additional stuff for those who aren't familiar with the 52's:

From WHF > https://www.whathifi.com/features/was-then-dynaudio-audience-52-review

From Dynaudio and other sources :

Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m): 86 dB
IEC Long Term Power Handling: 150 W
Impedance: 4 Ohms
Weight: 6.9 kg
Dimensions (W x H x D): 204 x 330 x 256 mm


The Dynaudio Audience 52, as the model 42, is a further development of its justly renown and award winning predecessor, the Audience 50. The 52 not only improved on the high performance standard of the model 50 through several driver and cabinet enhancements, it set a new benchmark for compact audio loudspeakers in its class. The Audience 52 cabinet is internally lined with bitumen to eliminate coloration and the effects of resonance, while its class-leading drivers are integrated into a resonance-absorbing MDF baffle. The 17cm MSP mid/woofer is driven by Dynaudio's 75mm aluminum voice-coil, and its advanced 28mm soft-dome tweeter also employs an ultra-light aluminum coil. With its advanced performance capabilities and relatively compact dimensions, the Audience 52 delivers a clean, precise and dynamic sound - in music or home theater system applications - with a powerful presentation that will impress even in large rooms.

From high-quality compact monitors to large-scale floorstanding towers, from two-channel audiophile to multi-channel home theater applications, the Audience line delivers a wide variety of models to meet a wide range of applications, while always delivering a level of performance synonymous with Dynaudio. As with all Dynaudio loudspeaker models, each Audience loudspeaker features model-specific drivers, manufactured by and proprietary to Dynaudio. All while delivering a performance that is instantly recognizable as that of a true Dynaudio. There is simply no other loudspeaker in this class that offers anywhere near the value or refinement of the Audience. The advanced driver technologies ensure that each Audience model achieves a high level of performance and value, and will deliver a faithful musical reproduction for many years to come. In the Danish tradition of fine craftsmanship, each Audience model is manufactured in a fine natural wood veneer. With the wide range of model variants and the choice of Maple, Cherry, Rosewood or Black Ash natural veneer finish, an Audience system can easily be integrated into any system, in any room and mesh perfectly with any décor.

Award winning 2-way bookshelf speaker
High quality bookshelf speaker at an affordable price
The performance of a floorstander in a bookshelf package
Available in four finishes Cherry, Rosewood, Maple and Black Ash
Recommended power handling from 25-65 Watts

[walpurgis]

You need to display full sized images Richard, not thumbnails, as these are offereed at over £250. Check the rules. Thanks.

[bbbiker800]

You need to display full sized images Richard, not thumbnails, as these are offereed at over £250. Check the rules. Thanks.

OK thanks Geoff; will do once I've sorted how to do that.

I did the Ad on a mobile and it wasn't easy or quick especially with timeouts etc !

cheers, richard

[walpurgis]

Richard, you can leave the thumbnails if it suits, but at least one front and one back full sized photo will need to be shown in addition.

[struth]

Pics added now...

[bbbiker800]

Nice one Grant ! thanks again for being so helpful - much appreciated !

[struth]

welcome

[bbbiker800]

Bump bump for these lovely 52's !

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy bump.

Btw.... If u want to check collect these then I have a pair of Atacama stands to throw in ! These are 3 pillar and fillable stands.

[bbbiker800]

Weekend bump.

[bbbiker800]

More bumps this week before the dreaded auction site

[hifinutt]

beautiful speakers , i adored my 52se . lovely wood finish , non fatiguing sound. if you were nearer they would be here ! . hope someone buys them

put them on here too

https://www.hifi-forsale.co.uk/

[bbbiker800]

beautiful speakers , i adored my 52se . lovely wood finish , non fatiguing sound. if you were nearer they would be here ! . hope someone buys them

put them on here too

https://www.hifi-forsale.co.uk/

Thanks Phil - appreciated the link too

Ordinarily I would not have sold these but my son gave me his PMC GB1i's and whilst these do a few things the 52's don't I miss some of the things that the 52's do ! However, my wife preferred the PMC's straightaway.... so there you go .., WAF! I wish I could keep them as really they are good at EVERYTHING and it goes to show you don't have to spend mega bucks to get a decent pair of bookshelves. Plus someone can have my stands for free if they collect. The other thing is that over the years I have changed a few things and each time the 52's clearly show the differences and keep up with the upgrades. So, additions of : 2M Bronze, Cyrus X-Power, Khozmo Dual Mono and even some interconnects (ie 102 Mk3 Hybrid to MG HDX1) - which is surprising to me.

So if you really fancy them Phil we can meet half way ! :)

regards, richard

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy bump - 1st price drop down to £285. A lot of speaker for the money and for collectors a free set of stands. Got to be a good deal. Also if you can make it this way then I'd be prepared to drive (a bit) to meet up somewhere.

[bbbiker800]

Bump !!

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy wumpy !!!!

[Vince]

I agree with you Phil, I had mine in my 2nd system for years. As you said, a lovely non fatiguing sound and a lovely finish as well. They also do incredible detail and can be put in a system costing a lot more than they cost. Glws

[bbbiker800]

I agree with you Phil, I had mine in my 2nd system for years. As you said, a lovely non fatiguing sound and a lovely finish as well. They also do incredible detail and can be put in a system costing a lot more than they cost. Glws

Cheers Vince; much appreciated.

Yes bang on there. They resolved all my minor upgrades ! I would have loved to have heard them on a system much more expensive than mine but alas my pockets aren't deep enough :( .Shame there's been no - local'ish - Bookshelf bakeoffs !

But ideal for a 2nd system in small to medium sized room on decent stands - they'd be great for someone !

regards richard

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy wumpy :)

.....auction site next week.

But before then Price Drop to £270 - HELLS BELLS 42's sell for around this !!!!!!!!!

[hifinutt]

maybe put it on here ?

https://www.avforums.com/forums/speaker-subwoofer-soundbar-classifieds.185/

[bbbiker800]

Good idea Phil thanks. I did put them up on 'HiFi Sale' as suggested.

I don't want drop the price any lower ... giving them away !

[bbbiker800]

Today's numpy

[bbbiker800]

Bump

[bbbiker800]

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[bbbiker800]

Bumpy

[bbbiker800]

Last bumpy wumpy.

These are now on the Auction site at more money. However, I will drop to £260 for AOS members but 1st come 1st served for bay bidders.

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy bumpy.

Typical cheeky ebay offers. China & Italy!!

AOS get in quick!

[MaccaAu]

Nice speakers. I have Celestion SL-6 copper dome from 82. Good luck with the sale. Post some reviews, i read some great ones about the audience 42, which i am thinking of out here in Australia. Your tweeters have no dimples which is good also

[bbbiker800]

Nice speakers. I have Celestion SL-6 copper dome from 82. Good luck with the sale. Post some reviews, i read some great ones about the audience 42, which i am thinking of out here in Australia. Your tweeters have no dimples which is good also

Cheers Macca!

Yes 52's are special and these are a bargain at that price especially as im throwing in Atacama stands if they are collected (or we meet up). I did post a review but I'll see if i can find more. Hope you can get the 42's!!!!

Best regards Richard

[bbbiker800]

Bumpy bumpy wumpy.

[bbbiker800]

OK no more bumpy wumpies. If they sell elsewhere ill update this thread