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Selling a gorgeous Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE stereo preamplifier in factory black. This is the standard/regular edition, and it functions perfectly with an incredibly quiet noise floor, offering stunning 3D imaging, depth, and a completely balanced soundstage. I've never found a line stage I liked better, it's a truly incredible piece of gear. It utilizes a brilliant passive/active topology, running purely passive at lower levels and introducing solid-state gain only when your system demands it. The definition of a giant-killer unit. I am only selling it because I have transitioned to a dedicated multi-channel home theater setup, and it breaks my heart to let this one go. Included: Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE Preamplifier (Black), Original Factory Remote Control, Original User Manual, Original Factory Shipping Boxes & Packaging Inserts.The unit is cosmetically very good, from a smoke-free home, and has been handled with the utmost care. Because I have the factory boxes, I am open to a local pickup or shipping at the buyer's expense.
The STP-SE is a respected linestage, and US$800 looks like a strong deal against your used-market anchor: it sits well below the US$931 25th percentile and far under the US$1,062 median. That’s the kind of pricing that usually leaves room for a quick move if the unit is clean and working properly.
What makes it attractive is the Wyred 4 Sound house sound: neutral, quiet, and musically transparent, with enough control and drive to slot into a serious system without fuss. If the listing is complete and the unit has been cared for, the upside is obvious at this price; just verify remote, power supply, and stable channel balance, since with older preamps those basics matter more than cosmetics.
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Wyred 4 Sound emerged in late 2007 from Atascadero, California, founded by EJ Sarmento, who honed his expertise at Cullen Circuits alongside industry veteran Rick Cullen. Sarmento launched the company to spearhead innovative designs, drawing on his background with respected names like PS Audio and Genesis Technologies. This American heritage underscores a commitment to pushing boundaries in high-performance audio without the constraints of larger corporate structures.
The brand excels in Class D amplifiers powered by ICEpower modules from Bang & Olufsen, delivering compact, efficient, and smooth-sounding monoblocks and integrated amps like the STI-500 and ST-1000. It also offers acclaimed DACs such as the DAC-2, music servers like the MS-1 with customizable SSD storage and versatile streaming, plus headphone amps, USB reclocker accessories for noise reduction, and ISO recovery units. Direct sales keep these components accessible while prioritizing differential circuitry for superior clarity and low noise floors.
Wyred 4 Sound holds a strong niche in the high-end boutique market, favored by audiophiles for affordable excellence that rivals pricier competitors. Reviewers praise its dynamic range, refined mids, and "Wyred sound" signature—tight bass, open staging, and startling accuracy—positioning it as a disruptor among discerning buyers seeking value-driven innovation over flashy branding.
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