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At US$145, this Schiit Audio MODIUS is a genuine bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$150 from our 12 recent comparable listings, and representing a steep discount from its US$199 new price. The median used asking price is US$161, with the 75th percentile at US$194, so this listing is clearly a strong deal for any buyer.
The MODIUS is widely respected as a compact, fully balanced DAC that delivers reference-quality sound using the AK4493 chip, supporting PCM up to 24/192 with USB, TosLink, coaxial, and AES/EBU inputs. Its fixed balanced and unbalanced outputs, small footprint, and Schiit’s reliable build make it a standout value even when used, and at US$145 it’s an excellent opportunity to own a well-loved DAC without paying new. Unless the condition is questionable or accessories are missing, this is a buying opportunity, not a warning.
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Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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