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Offered is „True - Passive Volume Control“ by LAB12 as exhibit from the category „Pre-Amplifier / Processor“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 3025811277 ends on 22.10.2026 at 07:07 o'clock.
Lab 12’s True is a well-regarded passive preamp that delivers ultra-transparent, musical volume control using a premium Blue Velvet ALPS attenuator, making it a favorite among purists for its sonic clarity and simplicity.
The asking price of €350 is a standout bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile (€1,261) of recent comparable used listings, where the median is €1,601. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-quality passive attenuator at less than a quarter of the typical used market value. Given its original-owner condition, clean listing, and inclusion of essential RCA inputs and outputs, this represents a compelling buying opportunity for any enthusiast seeking top-tier passive control without the cost of an active preamp. No caveats apply at this price point.
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Lab 12 is a Greek hi-fi brand founded in 2012 by Stratos Vichos in Athens, with a clear identity built around handmade tube electronics. The company was established to make valve gear feel more usable and less precious than the old stereotype of temperamental, obscure tube audio.
Its core product focus is tube amplification: integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamps, phono stages, and DACs. Available coverage and dealer listings point to a catalogue centered on models like the Integre4, Mighty, and DAC1 Reference, which reinforces that Lab 12 is primarily an electronics brand rather than one spanning speakers, turntables, headphones, or cables.
In the market, Lab 12 sits in the high-end niche boutique segment. It is known for artisanal construction, valve-based designs, and a slightly adventurous engineering identity that appeals to experienced listeners who want something distinctive rather than mainstream. It is not a mass-market brand, and its reputation is strongest among enthusiasts looking for serious, characterful tube hi-fi with a European boutique pedigree.
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