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David Hafler Co. DH200 Power Amplifier FURTHER PRICE REDUCTION David Hafler DH 200 MOSFET STEREO Power Amplifier manufactured in America. 240 volt power supply. Serviced including recap by Esmond Pitt 2024. Excellent performance. 100watt per channel. Less than 0.02% THD up to 100 watts both channels driven continuously. The case has some minor cosmetic imperfections. Specifications Output Power Stereo Less than 0.02% THD at any power level up to 100 watts per channel, both channels driven continuously, from 20-20,000 Hz. Audio Input One stereo pair of 1/4" RCA jacks 22 kΩ. 1
This is a seller’s market for this listing, because A$690 sits well above the recent comparable range in our database: it is above the 75th percentile at A$511 and roughly A$179 over the median of A$433. That makes it ambitious, not fair-market, unless there’s something unusually strong behind it such as a documented overhaul or exceptional presentation.
The DH-200 is still a respected classic—clean, straightforward, and admired for robust build, ample power, and a very direct, no-nonsense sound. If this one is truly excellent, that’s a plus for an older Hafler, but at this asking price the buyer should be demanding proof of recent servicing, stable operation, and no noise or channel imbalance, since age-related maintenance can quickly erase the premium.
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Hafler is an American hi-fi brand rooted in the postwar audio hobbyist era. It traces back to David Hafler, who co-founded Acrosound in 1950 and later helped launch Dynaco in 1954; he then founded the David Hafler Company in 1972, carrying forward his long-standing focus on accessible, high-performance audio. The brand is closely associated with the U.S. DIY-to-assembled tradition that shaped early hi-fi culture.
Hafler became best known for amplifiers and preamps, especially solid-state MOSFET power amps and matching line-stage products. Classic models such as the DH-101, DH-110, DH-200, DH-220, DH-500, and XL-280 established the name, and the company also had a role in speaker design during the broader Hafler/Dynaco era. While not a turntable, DAC, or headphone specialist in its classic identity, the brand’s legacy is strongest in amplification.
In the market, Hafler sits more in the respected value and vintage-audiophile lane than the luxury tier. Its appeal comes from engineering credibility, straightforward designs, and a reputation for honest sound and reliability rather than exotic finishes or ultra-premium pricing. Today, it is best thought of as a classic hi-fi name with strong collector interest and enduring brand recognition among enthusiasts.
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