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AudioQuest DragonFly Red USB DAC/headphone amp in good used condition. This is a small plug‑in DAC that connects by USB and gives cleaner, stronger audio output than many built‑in headphone jacks, with a 3.5mm output for headphones or an AUX connection to speakers. Includes the DragonFly Red and the leather pouch shown in the photo, and it’s ready to use.
The $120 asking price is ambitious for a used AudioQuest DragonFly Red, sitting well above the market median of US$83 and the 75th percentile of US$99 from your database; it’s roughly 21% higher than the top quartile and only modestly below the current used retail special of US$149. This isn’t a bargain—it’s a premium for an older generation DAC that’s been replaced by newer models like the DragonFly Cobalt, so timing matters: you’re paying for legacy tech when newer options offer better performance at similar or lower used prices.
The DragonFly Red is still well-regarded for its clean, warm sound and solid USB DAC + headphone amp combo in a compact, plug-and-play form, making it a reliable upgrade for laptops or phones. But at $120, you’d need to confirm original-owner condition, included Apple/USB adapters, and no firmware issues to justify the premium; otherwise, it’s a fair buy only if you specifically value its tonal character and portability over newer specs.
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Founded in 1980 by Bill Low in Irvine, California, AudioQuest traces its roots to 1978, when Low, a hi-fi store manager and avid enthusiast, began crafting superior audio cables to overcome the signal degradation he observed in existing products. Dissatisfied with subpar materials and construction, he prioritized advanced conductors like 6N copper, innovative insulation, and precise geometries, quickly earning acclaim after demos at events like the 1979 Summer CES. This passion-driven origin propelled AudioQuest from a cable innovator—first U.S. company to advance signal transmission in 1985—to a global force in high-performance audio.
While renowned for its expansive lineup of analog, digital, and AC power cables, including HDMI for video, AudioQuest has broadened into USB DACs and headphone amps, highlighted by the multi-award-winning DragonFly series launched in 2012. The brand also offers Niagara and PowerQuest power conditioners, alongside custom-install solutions, all engineered to maximize system fidelity without venturing into amplifiers, speakers, or turntables.
AudioQuest commands a premium position in the high-end market, supplying thousands of specialist retailers across 60 countries as the dominant cable provider for discerning audiophiles. Its relentless innovation, from conductor purity to dielectric design, delivers tangible performance gains, cementing a reputation for value and musicality that serious hi-fi buyers trust.
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