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RobbieGong
08-11-2019, 23:04
My SP10 MK2 was shipped in this to Angus Phonomac, a while ago from Italy.

I remember him saying, on receiving it that the deck was packaged properly / beautifully.

The work on the SP10 has been done and I received it today. Again Angus commented on how good the box was/is and made me take a close look at it.

It is here sitting in my back lounge / system room and I just cannot bring myself to try and cut it up to go in the recycle bin.

Not only would it be a bugger to cut through (it is one tough, proper box) it would be such a waste when someone would definitely appreciate a proper substantial box like this, for sending something precious.

This box is very reassuring indeed and I reckon would cost a few quid too.

It also has some serious tuffoam packing inside :eek:

FREE - COLLECTION FROM LONDON AREA. Please pm to secure :)

Measure 23 inches square

11 inches height.

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struth
08-11-2019, 23:15
Good boxes those. Proper shipping carton
RobbieGong
08-11-2019, 23:18
Good boxes those. Proper shipping carton

You are not wrong Grant, I cant even squeeze the cardboard, tuf n firm as you like- Just not something you throw away
Len Co
09-11-2019, 17:09
Any chance you could post it? ;-)
Pepperamip
10-11-2019, 15:03
Any chance you could post it? ;-)Lol

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Barry
10-11-2019, 18:22
Why not?

Quad, for example, will only handle items sent to them if they are in approved packaging. They sent me an empty box, for me to send an item back to them for service.
mikmas
11-11-2019, 11:05
Why not?

Quad, for example, will only handle items sent to them if they are in approved packaging. They sent me an empty box, for me to send an item back to them for service.

I sent a 33 to them a couple of years back in 'non-original' packaging. They accepted it for repair with no question at all.

However, they did charge me £18.80 for an 'approved' box for the return journey - in fact they insisted on it (possibly for insurance purposes?)
Audio Al
11-11-2019, 12:20
:scratch: I sent my 909 in for service and it came back in the same non original box :scratch:
Edward
11-11-2019, 12:59
After Sugden upgraded my amp they sent it back in a strong double walled box with bullet proof padding that fits neatly around the amp - all free of charge. Customer satisfaction!
Pepperamip
11-11-2019, 13:15
Why not?

Quad, for example, will only handle items sent to them if they are in approved packaging. They sent me an empty box, for me to send an item back to them for service.Cos Robbie ain't getting any business out of it I would suggest. Though he might send it for cost I suppose.

Its the irony that had me laughing.

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RobbieGong
11-11-2019, 19:50
Box no longer available.

Was collected by forum member earlier today.
Volante
12-11-2019, 11:32
..with many thanks.
RobbieGong
13-11-2019, 22:56
..with many thanks.

Ya welcome Neil :thumbsup:
vintagesteve
14-11-2019, 09:35
Kinda reminds of when we were kids, how a cardboard box could create as much interest as the thing inside it! But seriously, having just received yet another damaged hifi unit (despite advising the sender very clearly about the need for proper packaging) I am a big 'fan' of proper boxes for shipping. People seem to think that a couple of inches of bubble wrap is sufficient to protect a VERY heavy object from damage when being roughly loaded (chucked) in and out of depots and trucks. It isn't. You need a large, well oversize box and at least four inches of firm padding all around with special attention paid to corners.