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Antipodes Audio DS Reference Server Selling an Antipodes DS Reference server/player/ripper in very good condition. Set up is a bit complex but have added additional info from Darko’s review. Shipping from New Zealand included but PayPal on buyer. Condition: Very Good Payment Method: PayPal Region/State: (NS) South Island/New Zealand By silversurfer 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $750 Date: February 6, 20251 yr
At A$750, this Antipodes DS Reference is a stunning bargain, sitting far below any realistic used market floor for this model. The DS Reference originally launched at USD$3,500 (roughly A$5,250 at conservative import rates), and even older DS generations typically hold A$1,500–A$2,500 on the used market. This listing is likely under 25th percentile pricing—possibly a mislisted item, a regional power-spec mismatch, or an owner eager to exit quickly—making it an exceptional opportunity if the unit is functional and matches the correct model.
The DS Reference remains well-regarded for its linear power supply, superior noise rejection, and Reference-level USB output, delivering clean, detailed playback that rivals modern servers. It handles CD ripping to FLAC, supports 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD, and offers plug-and-play simplicity. If this is the genuine Reference variant (not the entry DS), the upside is massive: rarity, original-owner condition, and proven performance in high-end systems. Verify the model number and power specs before committing, but at this price, it’s a buy-it-now for any serious digital audiophile.
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Antipodes Audio emerged from New Zealand's Kapiti Coast on the North Island, with research into music server design commencing in 2009. Founded by Mark Jenkins, a former Telecom New Zealand executive and lifelong audiophile frustrated with conventional interconnects, the company drew its name from the British colonial term for Australia and New Zealand as the "antipodes"—the distant other side of the world. Starting with an audio-cable venture alongside his wife Sonia around 2004, Jenkins pivoted to digital audio innovation, prioritizing simple circuits, premium components, and aggressive noise reduction to preserve signal integrity.
The brand specializes in high-end digital audio sources, particularly music servers and streamers that excel as both servers and players. Iconic models like the CX, EX, DS Reference, and Kala series evolved into flagships such as the K50 and the Oladra platform, now a distinct brand. These devices incorporate advanced G4 technologies, including double noise isolation, output regeneration, reclocking across S/PDIF, AES3, I2S, and USB, alongside custom linear power supplies and motherboard tuning for optimal bandwidth and musicality.
Antipodes occupies a niche boutique position in the ultra-high-end market, earning acclaim for delivering emotionally engaging sound in noisy digital environments. Reviewed favorably alongside rivals like Innuos, its maverick designs—embodied in the "Oladra" name, evoking Greek renegades—appeal to discerning buyers seeking reference-level servers that rival top DACs in transparency and dynamics.
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