Are There any audiophiles on this forum ?

[basite]

strange, i've seen most pairs go for under $10k...

oh yeah, again you forgot the word inflation.
you also forgot the fact that the hartfields aren't always bought for their sound quality (heck, for 18k, you have to be a complete moron to buy one of them just for sound quality). Most of them are sold for their rarity. Just like the Paragon, which actually doesn't sound that good.

and how can a speaker be 'experience'?

and yes, there are outstanding speakers today. Many of which will sound better than your hartsfield for less than $18k.

Keep them spinning,
Bert.

[GMichael]

Does anyone want some coffee? I'm making up a pot.

[Rich-n-Texas]

Does anyone want some coffee? I'm making up a pot.

DAMMIT! I just got back from the cafeteria with a cup of Starbucks.