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I am selling a lovely example of an Anthem STR preamp which includes their ARC Genesis room-correction software. I have only used it as a Dac/preamp but its capable of so much more.rnPlease read the attached review if youd like more information.rnIt was bought used and supplied with a new Arc Genesis kit which has been used once and which revealed a degree of bass boom and overhang I never knew I had until it was gone.rnIt s in excellent condition and complete with original box, comprehensive user manual and a remote control.rnThe arrival of an Innuos Stream3 with onboard DAC has left the prea... read more
Anthem’s STR DAC sits in the serious two-channel separates tier, so a clean example is always worth a look. At £2,250, this one lands right on the median of the recent UK comps, with the 25th percentile at £2,176 and the 75th at £3,560; that makes it a fair, market-level ask rather than a bargain or an ambitious price.
The upside is the usual STR appeal: excellent digital conversion, strong room-correction integration, and the kind of control and transparency that can elevate a good system into a very refined one. In excellent condition, it becomes a straightforward buy for someone who wants a high-end DAC/preamp at a sensible number, with no obvious need to wait unless you’re chasing a sub-median deal or a bundle with accessories.
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Anthem traces its roots to the 1990s in Canada, emerging from the acclaimed Sonic Frontiers, a brand celebrated for its no-compromise high-fidelity components crafted by dedicated engineers and audiophiles. In 1998, Paradigm acquired Sonic Frontiers, including Anthem, marking a pivotal shift toward innovative home theater electronics while preserving the pursuit of pure, unadulterated sound. This heritage of passion fused with scientific precision defines Anthem's enduring Canadian legacy.
The brand excels in premium amplification and processing, renowned for AV receivers like the MRX series, high-end processors such as the AVM line, and MCA power amplifiers. These products integrate proprietary technologies, including Anthem Room Correction (ARC), the pioneering room optimization system born from advanced research. While not venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Anthem's focus on electronics delivers reference-level performance tailored for discerning home theater and hi-fi setups.
Anthem holds a commanding position in the high-end market, topping charts as the leading brand for home theater preamps/processors with 30% share and ranking fourth in AV receivers at 31%. Repurchased in 2019 by Paradigm co-founder Scott Bagby and his brother John, restoring original stewardship, Anthem embodies premium Canadian engineering—reliable, innovative, and free of excess—for knowledgeable buyers seeking world-class audio without compromise.
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