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Soulnote A-2 Integrated Amplifier We have for sale a Soulnote A-2 Integrated Amplifier This amplifier is silver and is an ex-demonstration model. The is the original A-2, not the new version 2 RRP of this model was 6300 As you can see from the images this is silver. This amplifier is in perfect working order, one or two tiny little blemishes to lid, nothing serious or obvious, please see images. Supplied original box with remote control, instructions and UK power cable. The flat feet are fitted, but also included are the 3 spike feet. Some of the internal packaging was damaged, but this... read more
This £4,295 asking price for the used SoulNote A2 is a strong deal, sitting well below the 25th percentile of £3,868 and far under the median of £5,801 from recent GBP listings. While the original retail price was around £6,300, this listing offers a genuine bargain for a high-end unit that rarely dips this low in the used market.
The A2 earns its reputation for crisp, effortless authority and tonal refinement that rivals tube amps while delivering solid-state power (100W into 8Ω). Its six operating modes—including bi-amp and BTL mono—offer rare versatility for a single integrated chassis. With included accessories like the remote and spikes, and no known failure points specific to this model, this clean listing at a below-market price is a clear buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking elite performance without the flagship cost.
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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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