Question about quality of Meadowlark

Of all the audio components (not talking about racks, cables, cones, etc.), speakers are by far the most reliable.

Think about it, there really isn't a whole lot there. A couple of drivers, a few crossover components, a bit of wiring, and a cabinet. Even poorly designed and constructed loudspeakers, of which the Meadowlarks certainly are NOT, can last for years and years and years without trouble.

And, if anything ever does go wrong, competent speaker repair people can make things right in very short order, usually at minimal cost.

One should have no qualms in buying Meadowlark loudspeakers based on this, their sonics, workmanship, beauty, and the like.

I have a pair of Swifts that I purchased here on Audiogon a few weeks ago. I have absolutely no regrets what so ever. The speakers are fabulous and the price I got on them only makes them better.

I had a pair of Kestrels for a couple of years and I had a tweeter go bad twice. They did send me a replacment, which I soldered in myself both times. In speaking with them regarding this they did mention that they had been having trouble with this with other customers.

Have owned the Osprey's, Nighthawks, and now the Blue Heron 2's. No trouble to mention. However, now that everything is boxed up (building a new home) and crated, I certainly don't want to sustain any damage at this point, eh?

Currently own Shearwater Hot Rods which are perfect so far. If my room was not so small I'd consider Blue Herons, the i series has my interest. I also have a pair of Kestrel Hot Rods with a broken binding post. I was trying to purchase the posts when Meadowlark went under. They still sound fine (I tie-wrapped speaker wire on post). One of these days I'll get a pair of replacement posts but I'm in no hurry.
It's hard to beat the value these speakers present on the used market!