mrod Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 Is it a good idea to purchase a refurb HK? What would be the best place to get it from? HK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 please specify your system: # of channels now and planned, amps, subs, room size, acoustic treatments, EQ, music source, music and movie preferences, percent of movie versus music listening, preferred volume level, must have features, etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olorin Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 Harman Kardon sells refurbished units on eBay under the name harmanaudio. Since they've done the refurb and are willing to warrant the work, I don't see why not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrod Posted September 28, 2005 Author Share Posted September 28, 2005 please specify your system: # of channels now and planned, amps, subs, room size, acoustic treatments, EQ, music source, music and movie preferences, percent of movie versus music listening, preferred volume level, must have features, etc Colin do you want my blood type also... just kidding. I just want to know if refurb is safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arky Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 mrod I purchased a HK 525 from harmonaudio.com that was refurbished with factory warranty. The unit arrived in pristine condition and worked fine. Nice sound with reference setup (IMO). I sent it back within the 30day return period & bought a 7200 from audiogon for more power. I did have to pay return shipping.JT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuclearay Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 I bought a refurb avr8000 from harmanaudio on ebay early last year. I used it for 2 channel for months. When I went to a 5 channel set-up I found out that the left rear channel was hosed. I sent it back (on their dime) and got a replacement within the week. Been rockin' ever since! My vote: "AYE" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAmtnbikr Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 I know some who have had fine experiences with the refurb HK's. I have two refurb Denons myself, and both were in perfect cosmetic condition, although I was ready to accept some blems for the deal I got on them. Go for it!!! It is a great way to save money and still get a good product with a warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psg Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 I got a refurb avr-325 from www.ecost.com nearly two years ago. No problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 No experience with HK refurbs. But I have bought other refurbed equipment in the past. I will pay up to about 2/3 the price of a new unit for a good refurb. Just be aware that refurbs typically have a shorter warranty than new units. But it should not be a big deal. Modern electronics typically have a bathtub shaped failure curve, relatively high rates of infant mortality, very low failure rates for most of the rest of their useful life, and then increasing failure rates toward the end. Note that refurb does not mean there was every anything wrong with the unit. Could be perfectly functional returns that could no longer be sold as new or even new, unopened stock returned by the retailer. Whatever they are, manufacturers' refurbs typically go through a more rigorous test than new units. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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