Soulnote Soulnote D2
- Condition
- Good
- Location
- DE
- Source
- audio-markt.de
- Posted
- 9 Jul 2026
- Last seen
- 11 Jul 2026
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Angeboten wird „Soulnote D2“ von Soulnote als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 3688021040 endet am 06.09.2026 um 10:40 Uhr.
At €4,200, this used SoulNote D-2 in EUR condition is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of €4,243 from our recent comparable listings and notably under the €4,287 median. With the 75th percentile at €4,445, this asking price represents genuine value for a high-end Japanese DAC that’s rarely seen this cheap on the used market.
The SoulNote D-2 is a discrete, non-NFB D/A converter using four ES9038PRO chips and supporting non-over sampling, delivering clean, powerful sound with excellent resolution up to 768kHz PCM and 22.6MHz DSD. Its two-dimensional passive analog filter and robust clocking architecture make it a standout for tonal accuracy and dynamics. At this price, especially in EUR condition with likely original accessories, it’s a compelling buying opportunity for anyone seeking NOS charm with modern file support.
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Soulnote is a Japanese high-end audio manufacturer established in 2004 by former Marantz Japan engineers under the parent company CSR, Inc., headquartered in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The brand emerged from deep expertise in professional audio development, with Chief Sound Manager Hideki Kato bringing decades of experience from legendary amplifier projects at NEC and Philips. This heritage positions Soulnote as a brand rooted in serious engineering pedigree, though operating as a relatively boutique player with approximately 50 employees.
Soulnote specializes primarily in amplifiers and digital-to-analog converters, with a distinctive focus on integrated and mono amplifiers built entirely in Japan. The brand is particularly known for its zero negative feedback circuit design philosophy, a purist approach that sets it apart from mainstream manufacturers. Their product line includes models such as the A-2 integrated amplifier and various DAC offerings, all designed with an emphasis on dynamic performance and waveform accuracy.
Positioned firmly in the high-end segment, Soulnote occupies a niche boutique space within the audiophile market. The brand has cultivated a dedicated following among listeners who prioritize listening-based design methodology over conventional measurement standards—a philosophy that generates both passionate advocacy and skepticism within the audio community. With international distribution networks and approximately two decades of market presence, Soulnote maintains credibility among discerning enthusiasts, though it remains less established than major high-end manufacturers in terms of global recognition and support infrastructure.
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