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OK 01223 242684 /ArthurRankHospiceCharity @ArthurRankHouse @arthur_rank_hospice Vintage Mordaunt-Short MS30 Audiophile Speaker Pair - 100W, 8 Ohm, Wooden Cabs Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Description Established at Petersfield in Hampshire by a pair of audiophile engineers and still British-owned to this day, Mordaunt-Short is one of the premier names in speaker design and has been ever since their very first models. Over the years, theyve earned a reputation for innovation and picked up numerous rewards, and become known as the manufacturers of some of the most advanced speaker systems for home and professional use on the market. The MS30 dates all the way back to 1984 (note: the MS30 was re-used for a budget model in 1993 - these are the original 1984 version) and, like all high-end speakers of that era, offers superb build quality with wooden cabinets, excellent electronics and quality materials used throughout. They look good too, apart from the light brown mesh - but quality speaks for itself, and if you take the mesh off they look every bit as imposing as they did forty years ago. For the first four years, the MS30 sold well to the sorts of people who took their hi-fis seriously and had a bit more cash to spare than the average casual listener, but it was around 1988 to 1990 that they really took off. That was because of acid house and early techno - with so few other domestic speakers up to the job of even attempting to replicate the bass in records such as LFO in all its gut-shaking glory, Mordaunt-Short suddenly became the speaker to have. Theyve remained popular ever since, with listeners of all flavours, and as such have kept their value far better than most of the other speakers of the same era. Its not all about the bass, however (though back in 1990 when LFO came out, Id have argued otherwise), and the MS30s dont disappoint at any frequency: mid-range is rich and distinct, trebles are knife-sharp - all in all, performance is superb through the entire audible sound stage, perfect resolution all the way. And with 100W maximum power, your neighbours will be able to appreciate them just as much as you. This is a matched pair (note the serial numbers), and theyre in better condition than most: with so many having formed part of amateur sound systems carted round to mates houses for party action, its common to see MS30s with deep gouges in the woodwork. These ones enjoyed a more sendentary life and are in excellent shape - theres a light scuff here and there but nothing youd noticed without looking for it and the cabinets are structurally sound. The mesh is a little dusty but free of rips, and the pegs to clip it onto the cabs are all in place. As can be seen in the sixth photo, the cap of one tweeter is dented but this has no appreciable effect on audio quality, which is exactly as expected for this model - rich and resonant at any volume. The floor stands as seen in the photos are included. Please note that due to the weight and size of the speakers, we will send them as two shipments - we will not charge the buyer extra on top of the stated shipping cost for this. Model: Mordaunt-Short MS30Type: PassiveYear: C. 1984Cabinets: Wood, walnut finishFront: Brown mesh (removable)Drivers: 20cm (8 inch) low/mid, 3.5cm (1.5 inch) tweeter, bass portMax. Power: 100WResistance: 8 OhmsSensitivity: 88dBConnectors: Banana typeDimensions (W x D x H): 250 x 270 x 490mmWeight: 8kg (each)Due to the nature of this item it is not always possible for us to identify any missing parts. For this reason we ask that you please check the pictures carefully, as these show everything that is included. Further Details & Enquiries This item has been very kindly donated to the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire living with an advanced serious illness or other life-limiting condition and those who need end-of-life care. Our ‘Outstanding’ services are provided free of charge to patients and their families. Our aim is to provide the highest quality care, helping them to make every moment count. 100% of the money raised from this sale will go to the charity. Our sales team do their best to check each item and ensure that the description and pictures provided are as accurate as possible. Feedback is extremely important to the charity so if you are not fully satisfied with your purchase please give us a chance to resolve any issues by contacting us prior to leaving feedback. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us via eBay messages, we will make sure that your message is responded to promptly, usually within three working days. Messages sent over the weekend will be responded to on the next working day. If this item is not quite what you were looking for but you would still like to help our cause, please consider providing us with a donation which can be done via our eBay Charity Profile linked below. 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Show in Google Maps Returns Arthur Rank Hospice Charity uses the eBay Returns system to make the process as easy for you as possible. For full details about the process, and for information on how to begin a return, please see the following eBay help page: Return an item for a refund. Change of Mind If when you receive your order you are not completely satisfied, you may return the items to us within 30 days for a refund. Returns will be processed within three working days once the goods have been received by us. Items must be returned to us in the same condition as they were received by you. This includes, but is not limited to: original packaging, original boxes, packaging materials, manuals, blank warranty cards, accessories and documents. We reserve the right to refuse a return or deduct an amount for lost value where the item is returned in a different condition. We strongly recommend that you fully insure your package that you are returning, as well as using a carrier that can provide you with tracking information or proof of delivery. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity will not be held responsible for returns lost or damaged in transit. Please be aware that it is the responsibility of the customer to cover any delivery charges for returning an unwanted item. Incorrect/Damaged Goods We try very hard to ensure that you receive your order in pristine condition. In the unlikely event that your order arrives damaged or faulty, please contact us via eBay immediately, this will be given special priority and you can expect to receive a response within 48 hours, Monday to Friday. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity will cover the cost of domestic return postage for any incorrect or damaged items, subject to the cost of the chosen return method being reasonable. Please contact us before proceeding if unsure. About Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire living with an advanced serious illness or other life-limiting condition and those who need end-of-life care. Its ‘Outstanding’ services are provided free of charge to patients and their families. The aim is to provide the highest quality care, helping them to make every moment count. Around 4,000 patients are cared for each year at the Hospice in Cambridge, the Alan Hudson Day Treatment Centre in Wisbech and in patients’ own homes via the Arthur Rank Community Team. This care supports people to improve their quality of life and fulfil their end of their life choices. Alongside the care provided by the Inpatient Unit, Living Well services and Hospice at Home teams, patients can access: patient and family support; lymphoedema care; complementary therapy; medical and pain outpatient clinics; and advice from the clinical nurse specialists within the Specialist Palliative Care Home Team. Programmes are practical, holistic and tailored to the individual patient, family member or carer and may also include rehabilitative support, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and psychological support. It will cost £10.5 million in 2021/2022 to run services, which are provided free of charge to patients and their loved ones. Contracted services from the NHS are budgeted at £6.98 million, meaning that £3.52 million needs to be raised through donations, fundraising activities and trading. The Charity is extremely grateful to the local community for the continual dedication, commitment and generosity they show in supporting towards meeting this target. © 2017 Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. All rights reserved A registered Charity No 1133354
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