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Midgard is simply the best measuring, highest power discrete headphone amp we’ve ever made. But that’s not all. Midgard’s new Halo™ topology also offers the potential for higher performance where it matters—at your ears.Like new in original box with factory accessories, power supply, etc.
At US$175, this Schiit Midgard HALO™ is a fair buy, sitting just above the US$150 median for 301 recent comparable used listings, though well below the US$219 new retail price. It is not a bargain, as the price exceeds the US$90 25th percentile, but it is certainly not ambitious since it remains comfortably under the US$296 75th percentile. For a fellow enthusiast, this represents a solid entry point into Schiit’s well-regarded balanced amplification without overpaying for the used market.
The Midgard is highly valued for its US$219 price delivering a mixed-feedback loop with the new HALO topology, which reportedly improves acoustic measurements by up to 6dB according to Schiit’s sources. It excels as a compact, solid-state amp that reduces distortion when using the BAL output, making it a worthy upgrade for listeners seeking clarity without the bulk of larger rigs. With no mentioned condition issues or missing accessories, this clean listing at a fair price is a genuine buying opportunity for those ready to embrace HALO’s timing and original-design appeal.
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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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