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At US$150, this Schiit Mani 2 sits just above the median used price of US$135 from your database, making it a fair, not ambitious, deal compared to the typical used market where prices range from US$115 to US$182. New, the Mani 2 retails around US$149, so this listing offers essentially no discount over current retail, yet it remains a solid opportunity if the unit is clean and includes original accessories.
The Mani 2 is widely respected as one of the best budget MM/MC phono stages, delivering a notably low noise floor (10–15dB improvement over the original) and featuring a useful subsonic filter with 6dB or 12dB options. Its US-built quality, straightforward design, and proven performance make it a reliable upgrade for entry-to-mid-level vinyl setups. Since the price is fair and the product is well-loved, treat this as a buying opportunity rather than a caution, assuming the condition is solid and no accessories are missing.
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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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