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Because this is a later G1.1 version, timing is sensible: it’s the current-generation Altair, not an obsolete first-cut that you’d only buy at a steep discount. At £995, it sits just under the £1,039 median and inside the £938–£1,182 middle range, so this reads as a fair-to-good buy rather than a bargain or an ambitious ask.
The Altair line is well-liked for clean streaming, a capable DAC stage, and an all-in-one network hub role, so the value here is in getting a refined digital front end without paying new-money pricing. If the unit is tidy and complete, the upside is simple: you’re buying into a mature platform with a strong reputation and minimal buyer risk at this level. I’d just want to confirm the usual essentials—remote, PSU, packaging, and that all inputs and network functions behave as they should.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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