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For Sale: Schiit Lyr 3 Hybrid Tube Headphone Amplifier Preamp Black 6SN7GTBExperience the power and warmth that made the Schiit Lyr 3 one of the most respected hybrid headphone amplifiers on the market. This black-finish unit has been fully tested and works great, delivering clean, powerful audio through the headphone output while also functioning as a high-quality stereo preamp.This is the analog version of the Lyr 3 and does not have the optional internal DAC card installed. It includes a Tung-Sol 6SN7GTB tube and is ready to use right out of the box. The hybrid design combines the character and warmth of a vacuum tube with the power and control of a solid-state amplifier, making it an excellent match for a wide range of headphones.The unit is in very good overall condition with only minor cosmetic wear from normal use. There are a few light scuffs and a small cosmetic mark above the volume knob, but nothing that affects performance. Please review all photos for exact condition.*Item Details** Brand: Schiit Audio* Model: Lyr 3* Type: Hybrid Tube Headphone Amplifier / Stereo Preamp* Color: Black* Tube Included: Tung-Sol 6SN7GTB (Made in Russia)* Configuration: Analog Version (No Internal DAC Card Installed)* Made in USA*Condition** Fully tested and working great.* Headphone output tested and functioning properly.* RCA input and preamp output operate as intended.* Gain and output mode switches function correctly.* Includes installed Tung-Sol 6SN7GTB tube.* Very clean overall condition.* Minor cosmetic wear and light scuffs from normal use.* Small cosmetic mark above the volume knob.* Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.*Features** Powerful hybrid tube design.* Supports a wide range of headphones.* User-replaceable 6SN7 tube.* Front-panel headphone output.* Adjustable gain settings.* RCA stereo input.* RCA preamp output for powered speakers or amplifiers.* Made in the USA by Schiit Audio.*Included** Schiit Lyr 3 Headphone Amplifier / Preamp* Tung-Sol 6SN7GTB Tube* Power Cord
The Schiit Lyr 3 is a respected modular hybrid amp known for its punchy tube warmth and high-output MOSFET drive, but this US$550 asking price is ambitious compared to the typical used market. Based on 361 recent USD listings, the median price for this model is US$150, with the 75th percentile sitting at US$285; listing at US$550 places it nearly double the top quartile and well above the US$499–US$724 new price range for the base unit or DAC-equipped versions.
While the Lyr 3 offers genuine versatility with upgradeable modules and the included Tung-Sol 6SN7GTB tube adds sonic character, the price gap here is too wide to ignore unless the unit is in pristine, original-owner condition with rare extras. At or above median, buyers should verify the tube’s health, confirm which modules are installed, and ensure no accessories are missing before committing. For most, waiting for a listing closer to US$150–US$285 represents a far smarter entry into this well-regarded hybrid platform.
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Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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