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Price is for 2 of Shunyata Alpha NR v2Including original packaging C15, US PlugI have 2 of XC version listed in another add
This A$5,000 asking price is ambitious for a used Shunyata Alpha V2 NR, sitting well above the A$3,849 median and the A$4,433 75th percentile from your own AUD comparables. While new MSRP historically hovered around A$3,200–A$3,600 globally, the secondary market typically caps near A$4,500 even for pristine units, making this listing roughly A$1,150 over the top of the recent local range you anchored.
The Alpha V2 NR remains a top-tier power cable, prized for its low-noise floor, solid bass grip, and clean treble thanks to Shunyata’s OFC conductors and high-quality shielding. If this unit is original-owner, includes the original packaging, and shows no connector wear, it could still be a worthwhile buy for a serious system, but only if the seller drops closer to A$4,200–A$4,400. At A$5,000, it’s a seller’s market ask that leaves little room for a buyer’s margin.
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Shunyata Research emerged in 1997 from the vision of founder Caelin Gabriel, a former U.S. military researcher specializing in ultra-sensitive data acquisition systems. Based near Seattle, Washington, the company traces its roots to Gabriel's passion for hi-fi, sparked during his deployment in Germany, where he began exploring signal and power line interference to enhance music reproduction. This blend of scientific rigor and personal drive propelled Shunyata from modest origins into a global force in high-performance electrical systems.
The brand focuses exclusively on advanced cabling and power solutions, pioneering technologies that minimize noise and optimize current delivery. Renowned for aftermarket power cords—now legendary in design—Shunyata also produces speaker cables like the Omega series, alongside conditioners and distribution systems. These custom-engineered products serve not just audiophiles but recording studios, film production, and medical environments, where measurable reductions in distortion are paramount.
Positioned firmly in the high-end niche, Shunyata commands respect among discerning buyers for its patented innovations, backed by over two decades of research. Gabriel holds more than ten patents, earning endorsements from mastering engineers, heart surgeons, and elite studios worldwide. For the serious hi-fi enthusiast, Shunyata represents uncompromised purity in signal transmission, elevating systems to reference levels.
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