RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Offered is „Passion PRE550 MKII Vorstufe“ by YBA as second-hand device from the category „Pre-Amplifier / Processor“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2977121762 ends on 11.10.2026 at 17:48 o'clock.
Against the obvious alternative of paying mid-pack market money, €3,900 looks like a genuine bargain for this preamp: it sits well below the €3,886 25th percentile’s edge only by a whisker and clearly under the €6,212 median, so this is priced more like a quick-buy than a patient-hunt listing. It is not just “fair”; it is strong value for a known high-end line at the bottom end of the recent comparable range.
The appeal here is straightforward: the Passion PRE550 MKII is the kind of line-stage people buy for refinement, control, and musical ease, with enough pedigree to anchor a serious system without feeling clinical. A clean good-condition unit with cables/accessories included is the right sort of used purchase: less compromise, less immediate outlay, and a better shot at a straightforward install.
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.
See all YBA listings on RADAR.
