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Listing a Perreaux PMF 1150B for US$799 places it above the 75th percentile of US$737 from your GROUND TRUTH database, making this an ambitious price compared to the typical used market where the median sits at US$675. While a Reverb listing recently ended at US$350 and Hawthorne Stereo sold one for US$589, the asking price here clearly exceeds the 75th percentile of US$737, suggesting buyers should negotiate or wait for a better deal rather than treating this as a bargain.
Despite the high price, the PMF 1150B remains a well-regarded dual-mono MOSFET amplifier delivering 100wpc with exceptionally low 0.009THD, prized for its smooth, sweet sound and underrated power output. Its original 1982–1985 price of US$1150 (matching the model number) underscores its legacy, and if this unit includes original accessories or is in original-owner condition, it offers meaningful upside for collectors seeking a rare, high-fidelity vintage piece.
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Perreaux traces its roots to 1974, when Peter Perreaux founded the company in the small New Zealand town of Napier. From humble beginnings with the legendary GS 2002 Class A integrated amplifier, it quickly gained traction through meticulous design and handcrafted quality, expanding exports to Australia and the Americas by the late 1970s. Relocating to Dunedin in 2005, Perreaux has upheld its Kiwi heritage, blending innovation—like early MOSFET adoption in the SA80B power amp—with a commitment to superior sound reproduction.
The brand specializes in high-end hi-fi components, renowned for amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated systems that prioritize refined circuitry and rock-solid build quality. Its lineup also encompasses loudspeakers and select audio electronics, all hand-assembled with custom-selected parts, including bespoke transistors. Perreaux avoids mass-market diversification into turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, focusing instead on core amplification and playback excellence.
Positioned firmly in the audiophile high-end market, Perreaux commands respect for its reliability, longevity, and uncompromised performance, distributed in over 30 countries. Collectors and discerning buyers value its vintage appeal alongside modern, future-proof designs, distinguishing it as a boutique powerhouse that outpaces competitors through precision engineering and timeless craftsmanship.
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