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Angeboten wird „SLP-05“ von Cary Audio Design als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Vorverstärker / Prozessor“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7064720652 endet am 07.09.2026 um 08:51 Uhr.
This €3,500 asking price is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of €3,770 and far under the median of €4,040 for recent EUR listings. You’re paying roughly €270 less than the lowest recent comparable and nearly €4,000 under the original new USD price of ~€10,600 (converted from $11,500 in 2021).
The SLP-05 is a highly regarded tube preamp known for lush, warm, spacious vocals and a big, open soundstage, avoiding the etched detail of many modern designs. Its 6SN7-based circuit delivers a classic, organic tone that pairs beautifully with valve power amps. At this price in good condition, it’s a clear buying opportunity for anyone seeking vintage tube magic without the premium, especially if it’s original-owner and includes accessories. No caveats needed at this price—just verify the tubes are healthy and the unit powers up cleanly.
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Cary Audio was founded in 1989 by Dennis Had in Cary, North Carolina, emerging from humble beginnings on his dining room table where he crafted his first vacuum tube projects. Driven by a passion to restore emotional depth to home music reproduction, the company quickly gained notice with icons like the CAD-300SE single-ended triode amplifier. After Billy Wright joined in 1992 and acquired full ownership in 2009 upon Had's retirement, Cary Audio evolved into a privately held American manufacturer, operating from a 10,000-square-foot facility in Raleigh with 21 dedicated employees handcrafting high-performance gear.
The brand specializes in premium amplification, spanning vacuum tube and solid-state designs, alongside digital components such as network streamers, DACs, and headphone amplifiers. While rooted in tube heritage, Cary has expanded into home theater processors and state-of-the-art digital music centers, prioritizing top-tier components for exceptional musicality across categories. Speakers, turntables, and cables remain outside their core focus, emphasizing instead amplification and source components that deliver transformative sound.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Cary Audio commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its reliable, value-driven products that blend superior engineering with lasting performance. As a boutique American outlier in a global field, it appeals to buyers seeking hand-built excellence at real-world prices, backed by unwavering customer service and a legacy of innovation since its inception.
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