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Selling a Quad 66 CD Player for parts or repair.The unit was working prior to shipment, but it was severely damaged during UPS transit when it was returned. The main circuit board is cracked/damaged, and the player is not functional. Because of the extent of the internal damage, it is being sold strictly as-is for parts or repair.Included:* Quad 66 CD Player* Original Quad remote control* Original power cordCosmetic condition:* Please refer to the photos for the exact condition.* Normal signs of use consistent with age.Important:* Main board is damaged due to shipping impact.* Untested after the damage.* Sold strictly FOR PARTS OR REPAIR.This is an excellent source of genuine Quad 66 replacement parts, including the remote control, chassis, front panel, display components, CD mechanism, transformer, and other internal parts.Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.
US$118 is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$250 and far under the median of US$381 for used Quad 66s in your database. The “unknown” condition note usually signals caution, but at this price, even a unit needing a quick clean or minor service represents exceptional value compared to typical listings asking US$300–US$700.
The Quad 66 remains a well-regarded vintage CD player known for its smooth, natural sound and robust mechanical design, often paired with the matching Quad 66 preamp for a cohesive analog-digital system. Its English build quality and simple, reliable operation make it a timeless choice for enthusiasts seeking warm, non-digital fatigue. At US$118, this is a genuine buying opportunity—ideal for someone willing to inspect it on arrival or test it themselves, with significant upside if it’s original-owner or includes the remote and cables.
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Quad, the venerable British hi-fi brand, traces its origins to 1936 in London, when engineer Peter J. Walker founded S.P. Fidelity Sound Systems, soon renamed the Acoustical Manufacturing Company. Relocating to Huntingdon in 1941 after wartime bombing, the firm shifted from public address gear to domestic audio amid post-war demand for superior sound reproduction. Walker's pioneering ethos—prioritizing "the closest approach to the original sound"—defined Quad from its early QA12 amplifiers, adopted by the BBC, to the iconic Quad I of 1953.
The brand excels in amplifiers and electrostatic loudspeakers, revolutionizing both categories. The Quad II power amplifier of 1953 introduced cathode coupling for vanishingly low distortion, while the 1956 ESL 57 delivered the world's first full-range electrostatic speaker, employing a massless film diaphragm for unparalleled transparency and transient speed. Quad advanced into solid-state with the 1967 303 and transistor designs featuring innovative "Triples" output stages, later expanding to integrated amps like the 99 series, moving-coil speakers, and modern electrostatic models such as the ESL 988 and 989.
Today, under the International Audio Group since 1997, Quad holds a prestigious position in the high-end market, revered by audiophiles for its unyielding pursuit of accuracy over trends. Its heritage components command vintage collector status, yet contemporary offerings maintain a niche boutique appeal among discerning buyers seeking refined, distortion-free reproduction that honors Walker's legacy.
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