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AURALiC Altair G1 Streamer (Music) Selling my versatile Auralic Altair G1 (Streamer/Dac/Pre amp) Bought this from Audio Solutions Sydney. Selling because of the upgrade. One can also play directly from Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect and Quboz app. Airplay and bluetooth. Connect to LAN through ethernet or its robust WIFI. A versatile standalone dac as well if you want to connect with your standalone streamer or TV/ CD through its digital input. Digital inputs are : 1x USB-B port; 1x coaxial; 1x optical; 1x AES Have connected to my music library from an external USB drive and/or Network
At A$1,850, this sits a touch above the 75th percentile of your recent AUD comps, so it reads as slightly ambitious rather than a bargain; it’s not wildly out of line, but it’s above the “easy yes” zone versus the A$1,638 median and A$1,846 upper quartile.
That said, the Altair G1 is a well-regarded digital hub/streamer/DAC: it’s the sort of box people buy for its clean, refined presentation, flexible inputs, and genuinely useful all-in-one functionality. If the unit is clean, complete, and from a careful owner, the appeal is convenience without giving up serious sound quality; at this price, I’d want original packaging, remote, and proof it’s been kept in good order, but there’s no obvious line-item red flag if those basics check out.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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