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Angeboten wird „321 DAC -D/ A Wandler“ von Wadia als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 5222759035 endet am 20.08.2026 um 19:04 Uhr.
At €1,249, this Wadia 321 is a clear bargain, sitting well below the typical used market range of roughly €1,800–€2,400 for this high-end decoding computer. The asking price is less than the 25th percentile of second-hand values, making it a strong deal for a unit that originally launched at over €3,200.
This DAC/Preamp is well-regarded for its robust PCM performance up to 24-bit/192kHz, excellent balanced outputs, and legendary Wadia digital processing that delivers precise, clean sound. Its original-American solid-state build, included remote, and professional-grade inputs (coaxial, optical, USB) add meaningful upside, turning this into a prime buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking top-tier analog reproduction without paying new-old-stock prices.
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Wadia Digital emerged in 1988 from St. Paul, Minnesota, founded by a team of engineers who had honed their skills at 3M Corporation in advanced digital telecommunications. Disillusioned by the lackluster sound of early compact disc players, they channeled their expertise into revolutionizing digital audio reproduction. Their debut product, the groundbreaking Wadia 2000 Decoding Computer, marked a pivotal moment, proving that CDs could deliver musically engaging performance through innovations like proprietary upsampling filters, glass-fiber optics, and jitter-minimizing clocking.
The brand has long specialized in high-end digital audio components, particularly outboard digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and CD transports, with models like the di322 and di122 exemplifying their current focus on precision decoding. While early offerings transformed source playback, Wadia later expanded into integrated amplifiers such as the a315, maintaining a commitment to sophisticated digital signal processing over analog-heavy categories like speakers or turntables.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end market, Wadia commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its pioneering role in elevating digital sound to rival analog warmth. Now under the McIntosh Group banner and based in Binghamton, New York, it remains a boutique force, appealing to collectors and purists who prioritize technological refinement in two-channel systems.
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