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Is £670 a fair price for this AURALiC TAURUS MK II, or should you look elsewhere? Based strictly on your database of two recent GBP listings, the median used price is £622, placing this £670 asking price slightly above the typical market but well within the 75th percentile cap of £640, making it an ambitious rather than a bargain offer. While external data suggests a typical USD range of $650–$750 (roughly £520–£600), your internal figures are the primary anchor, confirming this listing is priced at the high end of current used demand but not absurdly so.
The TAURUS MK II remains a highly regarded hybrid Class A headphone amp and line preamp known for its massive power output and switchable balanced connectivity, delivering exceptional dynamic range and transparency that still punches above its age. If this unit is in clean, original-owner condition with all accessories, the modest premium over the median is justified by the rarity of these units appearing on the market and their enduring performance with demanding high-impedance headphones. Treat this as a solid buying opportunity for a fellow enthusiast willing to pay slightly up for a proven, well-built piece of gear.
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AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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