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Angeboten wird „SMS-1 Bassprozessor, Aktivweiche mit Raumeinmessung, Nr. 1 von 2 verfügbaren SMS-1“ von Velodyne als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Subwoofer Aktiv“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 8185653847 endet am 28.09.2026 um 10:07 Uhr.
Should you treat this as a bargain? Yes: at €330, it lands well below the €292 25th percentile only if that benchmark is lower than the asking price? No — on your own comp set, €330 is just above the lower quartile but still far under the €1,718 median and €2,624 75th percentile, so it reads as a very strong buy rather than a merely fair one.
That makes sense for a respected room-correction/bass-management piece: it can tighten subwoofer integration, add useful EQ/control, and give a real upgrade in system tuning without needing to replace the sub itself. If the unit powers up cleanly and includes the needed mic/cables, this is the kind of niche processor that’s worth grabbing when it appears at this level.
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Velodyne Acoustics traces its origins to 1983, when founder David Hall launched the brand in Silicon Valley, the epicenter of high-tech innovation. Hall, an engineer with a vision for revolutionizing home audio, introduced the groundbreaking ULD-18 subwoofer featuring a patented accelerometer-based High Gain Servo system. This technology delivered unprecedented control over low-frequency reproduction, setting a new standard for bass performance in music and movies and establishing Velodyne as a pioneer in powered subwoofers.
The brand's product focus remains laser-sharp on subwoofers, with over 200 patents driving innovations like the world's first DSP-controlled model in 2003. Velodyne specializes in high-quality active subwoofers optimized for hi-fi stereo systems and home cinema, emphasizing deep, distortion-free bass that integrates seamlessly into demanding setups. While not diversifying into speakers, amplifiers, or other categories, their designs prioritize technical precision for audiophiles seeking foundational low-end authority.
Velodyne holds a commanding reputation as the world's leading subwoofer manufacturer for over 40 years, positioned firmly in the high-end market for discerning hi-fi and custom install buyers. Acquired by Germany's Audio Reference in 2019 and now exclusively imported in the U.S. by Origin Acoustics via custom channels, the brand continues to embody bass perfection, blending American engineering heritage with European stewardship.
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