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The Listening Post Wellington The Listening Post Wellington is a specialist retailer of component-based Hi-Fi and Home Theater systems based in Wellington.

As an independent supplier of audio visual equipment we at thelisteningPOST.co.nz are able to source the best products at different price points. From home theatre, projectors, stereo amplifiers, turntables, speakers, headphones, headphone amplifiers, computer audio through to prewire and custom home installation of high end audio. All the products that we stock are tried and tested by us. Which gives us confidence to provide you with the best solution both on line and in store... If we don't like it we don't sell it!

📶 FIRST IN THE SERIES — WI-FI FOR YOUR HI-FI! Following on from our recent post introducing our Wi-Fi for your Hi-Fi tec...
20/10/2026

📶 FIRST IN THE SERIES — WI-FI FOR YOUR HI-FI! Following on from our recent post introducing our Wi-Fi for your Hi-Fi technical tips series, here's the first instalment!

MORE WI-FI IS NOT ALWAYS BETTER WI-FI!
You've got a strong Wi-Fi signal, so why does your music streamer keep dropping out?
Surely adding another Wi-Fi extender, repeater or mesh unit will fix the problem? Well… not necessarily!

Here's something that might surprise you. A strong Wi-Fi signal doesn't always mean a good connection. Interference from neighbouring networks, Bluetooth devices, wireless accessories and even your microwave can affect performance. And sometimes adding more wireless equipment can actually make things worse!

The good news? You don't necessarily need to replace your router or spend a fortune on new equipment. Sometimes the answer is simply understanding what's happening on your network and positioning the right equipment in the right place.

One of our resident technical team members has put together an article explaining why more Wi-Fi isn't always better Wi-Fi, and why a properly connected wireless access point might be a smarter solution.

🔗 READ THE ARTICLE:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/more-wi-fi-is-not-always-better-wi-fi/

📖 MISSED OUR INTRODUCTION? START HERE:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/wi-fi-for-your-hi-fi/

There's more practical technical advice on the way, drawn from real-world experience helping customers get the best from their Hi-Fi systems.

At The Listening Post, we're interested in more than just selling equipment. We want you to enjoy your music without the frustrations! And sometimes, it all begins with a conversation.

🎶 YOUR EARS. YOUR MUSIC. YOUR DECISION. You can spend hours reading reviews, comparing specifications and watching video...
20/10/2026

🎶 YOUR EARS. YOUR MUSIC. YOUR DECISION. You can spend hours reading reviews, comparing specifications and watching videos about hi-fi equipment.

But there's one thing the internet can't do for you.
Let you hear it for yourself.

At The Listening Post, we believe choosing hi-fi should be an experience, not just a transaction.

Bring in your favourite music. Bring your questions. You can even bring along your existing equipment if you're considering an upgrade.

Sit down, have a listen, compare a few options and discover what works for you.

No guesswork. No pressure. Just good advice from people who genuinely enjoy music and the equipment that reproduces it.

Whether you're building your first proper system or refining one you've enjoyed for decades, we're here to help.

📍 Visit us in Christchurch or Wellington and rediscover what real listening is all about.

It all begins with a conversation.

🌐 https://listeningpost.co.nz/

https://listeningpost.co.nz/christchurch-demo-rooms/

DIDN’T FIND THAT HI-FI BARGAIN OVER THE WEEKEND? 🔍🎶Don't give up the hunt just yet! Did you know our Specials page is co...
18/10/2026

DIDN’T FIND THAT HI-FI BARGAIN OVER THE WEEKEND? 🔍🎶

Don't give up the hunt just yet! Did you know our Specials page is constantly being updated with fresh deals, new additions and some seriously good bargains?

From turntables and bookshelf speakers to amplifiers, headphones and complete hi-fi systems, there's always something worth keeping an eye on.

And here's the thing… some deals don't hang around for long! With limited stock, clearance items and the occasional last one available, it pays to check back regularly.

Whether you're building your first proper hi-fi system, planning your next upgrade or simply love a good bargain, our Specials page is well worth bookmarking.

👉 HAVE ANOTHER LOOK — YOU MIGHT JUST FIND WHAT YOU WERE HUNTING FOR!

🔗 https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

Or better still, pop into either of our stores for a chat. Sometimes the best deal starts with a conversation.

🔊 700F OR 800F? WHICH PARADIGM IS RIGHT FOR YOU?Bigger isn't always better. Sometimes it's about finding the right speak...
18/10/2026

🔊 700F OR 800F? WHICH PARADIGM IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Bigger isn't always better. Sometimes it's about finding the right speaker for your room, your music and the way you listen.

We've been showcasing some excellent floorstanders from our Specials section this week, including two favourites from Paradigm's Canadian-made Premier range.

So, what's the difference?

🎵 **PARADIGM PREMIER 700F**

Featuring twin 5.5-inch bass drivers, dedicated midrange and Paradigm's distinctive PPA tweeter lens technology.

An excellent choice for those wanting serious hi-fi performance without an imposing cabinet.

💰 WAS $3,999 — **NOW $2,499 PER PAIR!**

🔗 https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/paradigm-premier-700f-floorstanding-speakers/

🎵 **PARADIGM PREMIER 800F**

Step up to twin 6.5-inch bass drivers, a larger cabinet and greater bass extension.

For those wanting more scale, authority and room-filling sound, particularly in larger spaces, the 800F is worth considering.

💰 WAS $4,999 — **NOW $3,499 PER PAIR!**

🔗 https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/paradigm-premier-800f-floorstanding-speakers/

🔥 **BOTH ARE CURRENTLY $1,500 OFF!**

Both offer exceptional engineering, musical versatility and the potential to form the foundation of a fantastic stereo or home theatre system.

**SO WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU BUY?**

Room size, placement, amplifier matching and listening habits all play a part.

Spending more doesn't automatically mean enjoying your music more!

Sometimes the smaller speaker is the better choice. Sometimes the bigger one is exactly what you've been missing.

**THE BEST WAY TO FIND OUT? HAVE A LISTEN.**

Bring your favourite music, tell us about your room and have a conversation with our team.

🔗 **More Paradigm:** https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/paradigm/

🔗 **More Specials:** https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

📍 Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

🔊SOMETIMES BIGGER REALLY IS BETTER! We've been showcasing some rather excellent floorstanding speakers from the Specials...
16/10/2026

🔊SOMETIMES BIGGER REALLY IS BETTER! We've been showcasing some rather excellent floorstanding speakers from the Specials section of our website this week.
And we're not finished yet!

Today we're turning up the volume on the Paradigm Premier 800F Floorstanding Speakers.

If you love your music with scale, authority and plenty of detail, these Canadian-made floorstanders deserve a serious listen.

🎵 **MORE ROOM-FILLING SOUND.** With twin 6.5-inch bass drivers, the 800F delivers convincing low-frequency performance and impressive musical weight.

🎵 **DETAIL WITHOUT THE DRAMA.** Paradigm's patented PPA lens technology helps deliver smooth, detailed highs and articulate midrange.

🎵 **ENGINEERED TO PERFORM.** A proper three-way, four-driver design brings together clarity, dynamics and control across a wide variety of musical genres.

🎵 **BUILT TO LAST.** Designed and manufactured in Canada, these are serious loudspeakers for serious listening enjoyment.

**HERE'S THE REALLY GOOD BIT!**

💰 Normally **$4,999 per pair**
🔥 NOW **$3,499 per pair**
**SAVE A WHOPPING $1,500!**

Another excellent opportunity from one of the most visited sections of our website — **SPECIALS!**

🔗 **Discover the Paradigm Premier 800F:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/paradigm-premier-800f-floorstanding-speakers/

🔗 **Explore the Paradigm range:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/paradigm/

🔗 **More Specials worth discovering:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

We've been supplying Paradigm speakers for over 26 years. It's a brand we know, trust and genuinely enjoy demonstrating.

But don't just take our word for it.

**Bring your favourite music, drop into The Listening Post and have a conversation.**

After all, speakers aren't something you should buy on specifications alone.

📍 Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

📶 WHEN YOUR HI-FI AND WI-FI AREN'T TALKING… Ever had your music streamer disappear from your phone? Or opened an app onl...
15/10/2026

📶 WHEN YOUR HI-FI AND WI-FI AREN'T TALKING… Ever had your music streamer disappear from your phone? Or opened an app only to discover it can no longer find your amplifier or receiver?

You're not alone!

As more of our Hi-Fi equipment becomes connected to our home networks, we're seeing some familiar frustrations cropping up.

Fortunately, sometimes the solution is simpler than you might think.

One of our resident technical team members is putting together a series of posts based on the real questions and problems we encounter helping customers every day.

First up: Wi-Fi for your Hi-Fi.

We'll also be exploring mesh networks, router settings and some common networking pitfalls that can interfere with your listening experience.

🔗 READ THE ARTICLE:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/wi-fi-for-your-hi-fi/

📰 MORE NEWS, TIPS & STORIES:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/news/

At The Listening Post, we're not just here to help you choose great equipment. We're here to help you enjoy it, too.

And sometimes, it all begins with a conversation.

🔊 BUY YOUR LAST PAIR OF STEREO SPEAKERS FIRST! Well, perhaps not your last pair. We all know how this hobby works! 😉But ...
14/10/2026

🔊 BUY YOUR LAST PAIR OF STEREO SPEAKERS FIRST! Well, perhaps not your last pair. We all know how this hobby works! 😉

But here's a thought worth considering when you're shopping for new speakers. Buy something you can build on.
Take the Paradigm Premier 700F Floorstanding Speakers, currently featured in the Specials section of our website.

They're an excellent choice for a dedicated two-channel stereo system, delivering the sort of detail, dynamics and musical enjoyment that makes you want to play just one more album.

But here's where things get interesting.

🎵 START WITH STEREO.
A good amplifier and a pair of Premier 700Fs. That's all you need to enjoy a proper hi-fi system.

🎬 ADD A CENTRE SPEAKER.
When home cinema starts calling, introduce a matching Paradigm centre speaker for clear, focused dialogue.

💥 BRING IN A SUBWOOFER.
Add some real low-frequency impact, whether you're watching movies or enjoying music.

🔊 SURROUND YOURSELF.
Move to a multichannel AV receiver, add rear surrounds, and eventually expand into Dolby Atmos.

RIGHT NOW, THERE'S ANOTHER GOOD REASON TO START.

💰 Normally $3,999 per pair
🔥 Now $2,499 per pair
SAVE $1,500!

🔗 Paradigm Premier 700F:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/paradigm-premier-700f-floorstanding-speakers/

🔗 Explore the Paradigm range:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/paradigm/

🔗 Discover more in our Specials section:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

Whether you're building your first serious stereo system or planning something much bigger, it all begins with a conversation.

Drop into The Listening Post with your favourite music. We'll help you work out where to start — and where you might want to go next.

📍 Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

🔊 SERIOUS SPEAKERS. SERIOUS SAVINGS. $1,500 OFF PARADIGM PREMIER 700F FLOORSTANDERS!There's a reason our Specials sectio...
13/10/2026

🔊 SERIOUS SPEAKERS. SERIOUS SAVINGS. $1,500 OFF PARADIGM PREMIER 700F FLOORSTANDERS!

There's a reason our Specials section is one of the most visited destinations on The Listening Post website. And opportunities like this are a pretty good example!

The Paradigm Premier 700F is a beautifully engineered Canadian-made floorstanding speaker, delivering the sort of performance we've come to expect from a brand we've proudly supplied for over 26 years.

And there's plenty to like!

🎵 Proper three-way design — four dedicated drivers working together to deliver detailed highs, articulate midrange and controlled, powerful bass.

🎵 Paradigm's patented PPA lens technology — helping produce smooth, detailed sound while protecting the tweeter and midrange drivers.

🎵 ART driver surrounds — allowing greater driver movement with reduced distortion.

🎵 Made in Canada — quality construction, carefully engineered cabinets and beautiful finishes.

But there's another reason we love Paradigm.

THEY'RE SPEAKERS YOU CAN BUILD A SYSTEM AROUND.

Start with an excellent two-channel stereo setup for your music. Later, add a matching centre speaker, subwoofer and surrounds to create an immersive home cinema experience.

And as your system grows, so can your enjoyment.

💰 WAS $3,999 PER PAIR
🔥 NOW $2,499 PER PAIR
SAVE A WHOPPING $1,500!

Available in Gloss Black, Gloss White and Espresso Grain.

🔗 Discover the Paradigm Premier 700F:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/paradigm-premier-700f-floorstanding-speakers/

🔗 Explore the Paradigm range:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/paradigm/

🔗 Browse more Specials:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

Of course, there's only so much we can tell you about a pair of speakers in a social media post.

The best way to appreciate them is to listen.

Drop into The Listening Post, bring your favourite music and have a conversation with our team.

📍 Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

🎶 NOT ALL TWEETERS ARE CREATED EQUAL! Ever wondered why some speakers seem to reveal details in your favourite music tha...
12/10/2026

🎶 NOT ALL TWEETERS ARE CREATED EQUAL! Ever wondered why some speakers seem to reveal details in your favourite music that you've never noticed before?
Part of the answer lies in how they reproduce the high frequencies. Take the **MartinLogan Motion 20i Floorstanding Speakers**, for example.

Rather than using a conventional dome tweeter, MartinLogan employs its distinctive **Folded Motion® tweeter**.

Instead of simply moving backwards and forwards like a conventional dome, its incredibly lightweight folded diaphragm squeezes air between its folds.

The result? Exceptional speed, clarity and detail, with remarkably low distortion.

🎵 Think delicate cymbals, subtle string instruments, the texture of a singer's voice and all those little details that bring a recording to life.

And the Motion 20i doesn't stop there. With its slim floorstanding design and twin aluminium bass drivers, it delivers an impressive combination of refinement, musicality and bass performance.

**THE GOOD NEWS?**

We've got these excellent speakers featured in the Specials section of our website.

💰 Normally **$3,499 per pair**
🔥 Now **$2,699 per pair**
**SAVE $800!**

If you've been considering upgrading your speakers, here's an opportunity to experience something a little different without spending a fortune.

🔗 **MartinLogan Motion 20i:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/martin-logan-motion-20i-floorstanding-speakers/

🔗 **Explore the MartinLogan range:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/martin-logan/

🔗 **More specials worth discovering:**
https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

Of course, reading about sound is one thing. **Hearing it is another.**

Drop into The Listening Post, have a conversation with our team and discover what your favourite music might have been hiding.

📍 Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

🎶 MONDAY MOTION — MARTINLOGAN SOUND FOR LESS!New week, different speakers, and another excellent opportunity hiding in t...
11/10/2026

🎶 MONDAY MOTION — MARTINLOGAN SOUND FOR LESS!
New week, different speakers, and another excellent opportunity hiding in the Specials section of our website!

This time we're turning our attention to the MartinLogan Motion 20i Floorstanding Speakers. BrowIf you've never experienced MartinLogan speakers, these are well worth getting acquainted with.

MartinLogan is renowned for its extraordinary electrostatic loudspeakers, and the Motion 20i brings some of that high-end thinking into a more conventional, compact floorstanding design.

The secret? Their distinctive Folded Motion® tweeter, engineered to deliver exceptional detail, speed and clarity with remarkably low distortion.

Combine that with twin aluminium bass drivers, carefully engineered crossovers and a surprisingly slim cabinet, and you've got a speaker capable of producing a wonderfully open, detailed and engaging sound.

🎵 Music lovers take note! Whether you're spinning vinyl, streaming your favourites or enjoying a serious listening session, these speakers deserve your attention.

💰 WERE $3,499 PER PAIR
🔥 NOW $2,699 PER PAIR
THAT'S AN $800 SAVING!

Available in a choice of Gloss Black, Matte White and Red Walnut finishes — because great sound should look good too.

🔗 Explore the MartinLogan Motion 20i:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/shop/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/martin-logan-motion-20i-floorstanding-speakers/

🔗 Discover more MartinLogan:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/brand/martin-logan/

🔗 Browse our Specials section:
https://listeningpost.co.nz/category/specials/

As always, specifications and reviews only tell part of the story. Come and have a listen. Bring your favourite music, have a conversation with our team, and discover what these speakers can do.

📍 The Listening Post — Christchurch & Petone, Wellington.

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291 Jackson Street
Wellington

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 7pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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