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Condition is unknown, and that matters here: at £3,322, this looks fair to slightly strong for a Passion 650-class YBA power amp rather than a clear bargain. Comparable used asking prices I can identify cluster around the low- to mid-£3,000s once converted from European listings, with the cleaner examples landing near the middle of that band, so this is not overpriced, but it is not a steal either.
What makes it appealing is the usual YBA appeal: muscular, refined, and musically fluid rather than flashy, with enough drive and control to suit revealing systems. If it’s a tidy, original-owner piece with the box, remote, and proof of service, the value is solid. The main buyer check is condition and service history, since a high-end power amp at this age is worth paying for only if it’s electrically quiet, thermally healthy, and fully complete.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in 1981 by Yves Bernard André, an electronics professor, YBA emerged from France as a beacon of passionate hi-fi innovation. André's designs embodied a quintessentially French flair—quirky yet brilliant—prioritizing simplicity, durability, and unadulterated musicality that captivated journalists and audiophiles alike. This heritage of precision and purity propelled the brand through decades of acclaim, earning international awards while steadfastly pursuing the ideal of sound so transparent it fades into the music itself.
YBA specializes in high-end electronics, with a core focus on amplifiers, preamplifiers, integrated amps, CD players, DACs, phono stages, and streaming devices across ranges like Design, Heritage, Passion, Signature, and Genesis. Custom French-made components such as connectors, transformers, cables, resistors, and solder underscore their commitment to reliability. While not delving into speakers, turntables, or headphones, their catalog emphasizes amplification and digital sources that deliver clarity and extraordinary musical engagement.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, YBA blends boutique French design ethos with robust manufacturing scale, following Shanling's 2009 acquisition that preserved André's involvement and relaunched the brand internationally in 2012. Today, products remain "Designed in France, made with Passion," commanding respect among discerning buyers for their aesthetic appeal and sonic refinement, though production largely occurs in China. This evolution secures YBA's enduring niche as a sought-after name in premium hi-fi.
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