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Angeboten wird „Kala 50 (G4)“ von Antipodes als Ausstellungsstück aus der Kategorie „Musikserver“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 1493749991 endet am 19.09.2026 um 12:46 Uhr.
Against the recent comparable EUR market, this is slightly above fair rather than a bargain: the asking price of €16,750 sits just over the €16,556 median and a touch above the €16,669 75th percentile, so it reads as ambitious but still close enough to market for a clean example. It is not overpriced in a way that should kill the deal, but it does not leave much room for negotiation if you want clear value.
That said, this is a well-regarded music server platform for buyers who care about quiet operation, strong digital isolation, and a serious streaming/front-end foundation. If the unit is genuinely good condition and comes complete with the right power supply, cabling, and any original packaging or accessories, the upside is mostly in buying a respected, higher-end piece without taking on the usual “mystery box” risk. At this price, I’d mainly verify configuration, firmware, and included extras rather than worry about the product itself.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Antipodes Audio emerged from New Zealand's Kapiti Coast on the North Island, with research into music server design commencing in 2009. Founded by Mark Jenkins, a former Telecom New Zealand executive and lifelong audiophile frustrated with conventional interconnects, the company drew its name from the British colonial term for Australia and New Zealand as the "antipodes"—the distant other side of the world. Starting with an audio-cable venture alongside his wife Sonia around 2004, Jenkins pivoted to digital audio innovation, prioritizing simple circuits, premium components, and aggressive noise reduction to preserve signal integrity.
The brand specializes in high-end digital audio sources, particularly music servers and streamers that excel as both servers and players. Iconic models like the CX, EX, DS Reference, and Kala series evolved into flagships such as the K50 and the Oladra platform, now a distinct brand. These devices incorporate advanced G4 technologies, including double noise isolation, output regeneration, reclocking across S/PDIF, AES3, I2S, and USB, alongside custom linear power supplies and motherboard tuning for optimal bandwidth and musicality.
Antipodes occupies a niche boutique position in the ultra-high-end market, earning acclaim for delivering emotionally engaging sound in noisy digital environments. Reviewed favorably alongside rivals like Innuos, its maverick designs—embodied in the "Oladra" name, evoking Greek renegades—appeal to discerning buyers seeking reference-level servers that rival top DACs in transparency and dynamics.
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