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Angeboten wird „Z-3 ultimatives Netzwerktransport“ von Soulnote als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Digitale Quellen (CD/DVD/Streamer...)“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7089923400 endet am 27.09.2026 um 12:22 Uhr.
Compared with the obvious alternative of waiting for a sub-€4,221 outlier, this €7,500 asking price lands above the market median of €7,301 but still comfortably below the upper quartile of €14,004, so it reads as fair, not cheap. For a sought-after digital transport in good condition, that is a sensible place to be if you want one now rather than hunting for a bargain.
What makes it appealing is the usual upside of a well-executed network transport: lower noise, cleaner server-to-DAC handoff, and a more serious front end than a generic streamer at the same money. If the unit is complete and cosmetically tidy, this is the kind of purchase that makes sense for a system built around transparency and timing, with the main question being whether the package includes everything you need to drop it straight in.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Soulnote is a Japanese high-end audio manufacturer established in 2004 by former Marantz Japan engineers under the parent company CSR, Inc., headquartered in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The brand emerged from deep expertise in professional audio development, with Chief Sound Manager Hideki Kato bringing decades of experience from legendary amplifier projects at NEC and Philips. This heritage positions Soulnote as a brand rooted in serious engineering pedigree, though operating as a relatively boutique player with approximately 50 employees.
Soulnote specializes primarily in amplifiers and digital-to-analog converters, with a distinctive focus on integrated and mono amplifiers built entirely in Japan. The brand is particularly known for its zero negative feedback circuit design philosophy, a purist approach that sets it apart from mainstream manufacturers. Their product line includes models such as the A-2 integrated amplifier and various DAC offerings, all designed with an emphasis on dynamic performance and waveform accuracy.
Positioned firmly in the high-end segment, Soulnote occupies a niche boutique space within the audiophile market. The brand has cultivated a dedicated following among listeners who prioritize listening-based design methodology over conventional measurement standards—a philosophy that generates both passionate advocacy and skepticism within the audio community. With international distribution networks and approximately two decades of market presence, Soulnote maintains credibility among discerning enthusiasts, though it remains less established than major high-end manufacturers in terms of global recognition and support infrastructure.
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