Has anybody imported used equipment into the US?

Well, I try to buy smart. If I don't like things, I can usually sell them for at or just below what I paid. These speakers, plus shipping plus duty, aren't all that far from what a demo pair would cost me here. Demos also come with warranties. Sorry you don't like my taste. Actually, I really don't care.

David

Nice system -- just as it is actually. Are you going to replace your main speakers? What with?

Frankly, if the price between the imported used pair and the domestic demo pair is close as you say, I think you remove a lot of risk categories by buying locally -- and if something needs remedy, recourse is much easier.

David,
Depending upon the shipping company, you may have to fill out a "Temporary Importer" form, as required by the Patriot Act. They will ask for your SS#, and a few other bits of info, and your shipment will be released only when they have the completed form.

Nice system, by the way.

Did I say "nice"? I meant INCREDIBLE!

I'm switching to MBL 101e's.

David

Try: http://www.customs.gov/xp/cgov/import Here you can decipher the duty rates per country for imports into the United States.