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I bought this Dac from a fellow member less than 12 months ago.By far the best dac i have owned. Sound quality is brilliant, extremely good detail presented in a very engaging way. No digital harshness or glare at all. Just enjoyable listening no matter what you play.I am selling as i am consolid...
Should you jump on this at A$7,000, or is it a bit rich for the market? Versus the recent AUD comps, it lands slightly above the A$6,621 median and just over the A$6,920 75th percentile, so this is ambitious rather than a bargain.
That said, it’s a respected R2R DAC with a proper cult following for natural tone, density, and musical flow, so the premium isn’t random. If it’s genuinely clean, complete, and from careful ownership, it can still be a solid buy for someone chasing this particular house sound — but at this level, I’d want strong condition, original packaging, and confidence that everything works exactly as it should.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Aqua Acoustic Quality, founded in 2010 in Milan, Italy, emerged from the vision of product designer and CEO Cristian Anelli, alongside electronics specialist Stefano Jelo. Operating as a boutique two-man team in the city's Opera district, the company embodies a hands-on ethos, with Anelli crafting circuits and Jelo managing outreach. This Italian heritage roots Aqua in a tradition of meticulous engineering, prioritizing sonic purity over commercial trends from its inception.
The brand focuses intently on digital audio reproduction, excelling in high-end DACs such as the acclaimed Formula xHD, La Voce, and La Scala models—some featuring discrete designs and tube output stages for refined analog-like warmth. Complementing these are network interfaces like the LinQ, CD transports including the La Diva M2, and a select range of speakers: the Tenore, Contralto, and flagship Mimesis. This narrow specialization underscores their mastery of the digital domain, shunning broader categories like amplifiers or turntables.
Positioned as a niche high-end contender, Aqua Acoustic Quality commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its hand-built, innovation-driven gear that recreates live music's fidelity. Free from market fashions, their Milan-made products—often showcased at events like Rocky Mountain Audio Fest—earn praise in specialist circles for exceptional transparency and build, appealing to buyers seeking true hi-fi excellence over mass appeal.
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