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Angeboten wird „DMA-160“ von Spectral Audio als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Transistor-Endverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7164836511 endet am 08.09.2026 um 20:55 Uhr.
At €4,000, this Spectral Audio DMA-160 beats the obvious alternative of buying a DMA-200 for €1,850 only if you prioritize Spectral’s legendary current delivery and bandwidth over raw wattage, but more importantly, it sits comfortably below the median used price of €4,312 for this model. With 37 recent EUR listings anchoring the market between €2,540 and €5,538, this asking price is a genuine bargain, landing just under the 25th percentile and offering immediate value.
The DMA-160 is a cult favorite for its DC-to-1.8 MHz bandwidth and 22A per-channel current, delivering the tubelike dynamics and instantaneous transient response that define high-end Spectral sound. In good condition, this is a rare opportunity to own a definitive current-source amplifier that drives difficult loads effortlessly without compression. No caveats apply at this price; it’s a clean buy for enthusiasts who want top-tier performance without waiting for a DMA-360 or DMA-500SV.
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Spectral Audio, an American high-end audio brand, traces its origins to 1975 when Richard Fryer founded the company in pursuit of unparalleled musical realism. Initially sparked by Fryer's collaboration with partner Damian Martin to create a reference amplifier for Sound Advice in 1976, the venture evolved into Spectral Incorporated with the launch of the landmark MS-One amplifier in 1977 or 1978. Fryer enlisted the expertise of Dr. Keith O. Johnson, a legendary recording engineer and circuit designer renowned for innovations in analog and digital audio, including early advancements in cassette duplication.
The brand focuses on premium electronics, particularly power amplifiers, preamplifiers, and digital source components like state-of-the-art DACs, designed to integrate seamlessly as a unified system. Spectral eschews mass production, building limited quantities of each product to push performance boundaries without regard for cost constraints, treating development like an independent research lab rather than a conventional business.
Spectral holds a niche boutique position in the high-end market, revered by discerning audiophiles for its timeless engineering and refusal to chase trends, reviews, or aggressive marketing. Operating almost as a well-kept secret for over four decades, it prioritizes sonic purity and system synergy, appealing to serious listeners who value substance over hype.
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