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At US$995, this is roughly fair-to-strong money for a Proceed AMP 2, assuming it’s fully working and cosmetically decent; new pricing isn’t relevant anymore because this is a late-1990s amp, but the model sat in the serious high-end 150 W/ch class and still commands real interest used. The price looks reasonable rather than cheap, so I’d call it a solid buy only if the condition is genuinely clean and the seller can confirm proper function.
What makes it worth chasing is the sound and build: dual-mono style power, 150 W/ch into 8Ω and 250 W/ch into 4Ω, plus both balanced XLR and RCA inputs, which gives it flexibility with modern and vintage preamps. These Proceed amps are well regarded for being robust, controlled, and capable with tough speakers; at this price, I’d want assurance on channel balance, no relay/noise issues, and that the voltage setting matches your mains before committing.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
# Proceed
Proceed was established in 1989 by Madrigal Audio Laboratories as a companion brand to the prestigious Mark Levinson line. Founded by Sanford Berlin, who acquired Mark Levinson in 1984, Madrigal created Proceed as a vehicle for introducing cutting-edge high-end audio technologies at a relatively more accessible price point. The brand operated under the Harman International umbrella and was headquartered in Middletown, Connecticut, drawing on decades of expertise in esoteric audio design and engineering.
Proceed built its reputation across multiple product categories, including CD players, digital transports, DACs, surround-sound processors, and power amplifiers. Early Proceed products—such as the PCD CD player, PDT transport, and PDP DAC—featured distinctive upright industrial design and high-quality component selection. The brand later expanded into multichannel amplification and AV processors, including the acclaimed AVP2+6, CVP2, HPA2, and HPA3 models, which became some of the company's most successful offerings.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audio market, Proceed earned respect among serious audiophiles for build quality, sonic performance, and innovative circuit design. The brand was discontinued in 2003, with its best-performing products subsequently rebranded under the Mark Levinson name. Today, Proceed equipment remains sought after in the vintage and used high-end market, valued for its natural, non-fatiguing sound character and robust engineering that has proven durable across decades.
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