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The New SOULNOTE SA2.0 Integrated Amplifier is a high-quality audio component designed in Japan. With a sleek black color and a power output of 30W, this amplifier is perfect for enhancing your home audio experience. The SOULNOTE brand ensures top-notch performance and reliability, making it a great choice for those looking to upgrade their audio system. Built with two channels for optimal sound quality, this integrated amplifier is a great addition to any home entertainment setup.New Open Box Soulnote sa2.0 monitor amplifier. Modified for 120VAC from the factory and sent as an evaluation unit for possible future sales. Comes new in box with the power cord, owners manual and pin style feet. 100% working condition and mint cosmeticsSoulnote SA2.0 — Stereo preamp with integrated amplifier function: without OOS, inputs: 1xXLR, 3xRCA; outputs: 2xRCA pre-out and 2X3W headphones; speaker power up to 2X30W (8 ohms). It is equipped with a 120 VA transformer; Japanese quality, discrete circuit.SpecificationsOutput: 30W x 2 (8Ω), 45W x 2 (4Ω)Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.2% (10Hz～100kHz, 15W, 8Ω)Frequency Response: 5Hz～300kHz (+0/- 1dB, 1W, 8Ω)Input Impedance: Normal 500mV/10kΩ Direct 15.5V/2.3kΩGain: Normal 26dB, Direct 0dBS/N Ratio: 115dB (IHF A Network)Power Requirements: AC 120V 60HzPower Consumption: 68W (J60065), 25W(Idle)Dimension (Max): 455(W) x 98(H) x 231(D) mmWeight: 6.0kgMade in Japan
Condition is unknown, so the US$1,500 ask lands right at the median of your recent comp set and reads as fair market pricing, not a bargain. It’s also well below the US$5,194 75th percentile, so there’s no real premium here; at this level, the seller is asking for a normal used-market number rather than stretching for top dollar.
That makes it a sensible buy if the unit is clean and complete. These SoulNote integrated amps have a strong reputation for refined, low-fatigue sound with good drive and musical pacing, so value comes down to whether this one has original packaging, remote, and no service history concerns. If it’s genuinely tidy and working properly, US$1,500 is an easy-to-justify entry point for a respected piece.
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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