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Ich verkaufe diesen klassischen britischen Röhrenverstärker aus den 80er Jahren.
Der Verstärker kommt gerade aus einer Funktionsprüfung ( keine Revision) und funktioniert einwandfrei.
Dazu gebe ich noch Ersatzröhren, die aber nicht extra getestet wurden.
Auch optisch befindet sich der Röhrenverstärker in einem guten Zustand, lediglich die Plexiglas-Scheibe hat ein paar Kratzer ( s. Foto, das ist dann aber auch schon der schlimmste Kratzer)
Die Schrauben/ Stifte zum Befestigen der Plexiglas-Scheibe sind nicht original.

Achtung: Bei einer Besichtigung müsste eigenes Equipment ( bspw. CD-Player, Lautsprecher, Kabel) mitgebracht werden, da hier vor Ort nichts mehr vorhanden ist.
Aufgrund des hohen Gewichts ist nur eine Abholung möglich.

Dies ist ein Privatverkauf, daher weder Garantie noch Rücknahme.

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

The Audio Innovations Series 500 is a revered British tube integrated that delivers 25W of pure Class A sound, making this €1,250 listing a fair but slightly ambitious offer. Based on our database of two recent EUR comparables, the median asking price is €1,189, with the 75th percentile at €1,218; this listing sits just above that upper threshold, meaning it is not a bargain but remains within the realm of reasonable for a unit in good condition.

This amplifier is well-regarded for its lush, musical tonality and robust build, utilizing a classic EL34/ECC88 tube complement that fans love for its warmth and detail. Since the price is near the top of the current market range, ensure the tubes are tested or replaced and that the capacitors have been verified, as vintage tube gear often needs servicing to avoid distortion. If the seller confirms it’s original-owner condition with no hidden issues, it’s a solid buy for enthusiasts seeking that specific 90s British tube sound.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Audio Innovations

Audio Innovations emerged in 1984 from Brighton, England, founded by Peter Qvortrup and Erik Andersson with a mission to democratize valve amplification. Their debut offerings, the 800 Series power amplifier and matching preamplifier, embodied a commitment to affordable high-quality tube gear, aiming to place one in every home. This British heritage rooted the brand in the valve revival of the 1980s, blending craftsmanship with accessibility.

The company focused primarily on valve amplifiers, expanding into preamplifiers, kits, and even a transistor model with a quasi-complementary output stage. While not diversifying into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, their core strength lay in robust, user-friendly tube designs that prioritized musicality over extravagance.

Audio Innovations held a solid mid-tier position in the high-end hi-fi market during its active years, earning praise for reliable, value-driven valve amps among enthusiasts. Acquired by Audio Components in 1991 and later by Audio Partnership in 1996, the brand shifted toward budget lifestyle systems sold via UK retailer Richer Sounds, diluting its original prestige. Today, it survives more as a vintage collector's item than a current contender.

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