One point to remember the advertised price in UK INCLUDES the VAT tax. So if the seller knows the item is being exported out of the VAT tax region. the buyer either does not have to pay it, or can get a refund for it. VAT tax is like 20%. So that UK price would actually be 20% less sold to a person exporting them to USA or none EU country. That taken off VAT would pay for shipping... and maybe the import duty. The biggest problem is the red tape... Mess it up and your speakers will sit in some customs warehouse forever.
Why price of Tannoy speakers from online retailers in UK is cheaper than in US
I am looking for a pair of new Tannoy Kensington GR speakers. I notice the price from many online retailers in UK is cheaper than in US. I believe they are authorized dealers because their websites are listed on Tannoy website. Current price in UK for a pair of Tannoy Kensington GR Speakers is 9290 pounds(approximately 12K USD). Price in US is 9K/each or 18K/pair. If we add shipping fee and import taxes and duties, it is still significantly less than the price in US. does anyone have experience with buying Tannoy speakers directly from UK retailers. Your input is appreciated.