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Ultra-Expensive Sound Systems

The Montana WAS-2 Provides Superior Sound for a High Price

— August 1, 2010 — Tech
PBN Audio would like to enhance your musical experience with their new Montana WAS-2 speaker. This provides unmatched musical quality for the low price of only $66,500.

I can’t think of many homes that can afford the Montana WAS-2, but I am sure there are a few out there. If you need to hear music crystal-clear for a sky-high price, then the Montana WAS-2 is for you. Read below for the technical details on this super speaker. If you start saving now, it could be yours by the holidays.
Trend Themes
1. High-end Audio Market - The trend for ultra-expensive sound systems shows that there is potential for growth in the high-end audio market as people continue to place value on audio quality.
2. Luxury Home Entertainment - There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the luxury home entertainment industry by creating high-end audio products that provide unmatched musical quality at a more attainable price.
3. Customized Sound Solutions - As the demand for superior sound quality continues to rise, providing customized sound solutions tailored to each customer's preference could revolutionize the audio industry.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Equipment Manufacturing - The ultra-expensive sound system trend highlights a demand for high-end audio equipment and presents an opportunity for audio equipment manufacturers to create more exclusive, high-quality products.
2. Luxury Homebuilding - Luxury homebuilders can benefit from the trend for ultra-expensive sound systems by partnering with high-end audio equipment manufacturers to create custom installations that provide superior sound quality in luxury homes.
3. Home Automation - As high-end audio systems become more popular in luxury homes, there is an opportunity for home automation industry to create integrated sound solutions that allow homeowners to control their audio systems through a central hub.
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