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This is a buyer’s market for this category at the moment, and US$849 sits a bit above the US$770 median but still below the US$891 75th percentile, so it reads as fair-to-slightly-ambitious, not out of line. Against 12 recent comparables, it’s comfortably inside the normal used range; I wouldn’t call it a bargain, but it’s not priced like a stretch either.
That makes sense for a piece that’s well regarded for giving a very usable, flexible preamp platform with strong drive, relay-controlled switching, and the kind of transparency people buy Schiit for in the first place. If the unit is clean and complete, the upside is straightforward: you’re paying for a proven, enthusiast-favorite preamp rather than a gamble. At this price, I’d mainly confirm the exact version, power supply, and included remote if relevant, since those details matter more than hunting for flaws here.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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