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Offered is „Benchmark dac 3l“ by Benchmark as second-hand device from the category „D/A Converter“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 5449864407 ends on 18.10.2026 at 13:28 o'clock.
€1,250 is above the recent used benchmark for this DAC, so it reads as ambitious rather than a bargain. With a €848 median and a €1,045 75th percentile, this sits noticeably over the typical asking window, so the price only makes sense if the condition, provenance, or extras are unusually strong.
That said, the DAC3 L is well regarded for its clean, transparent conversion and excellent USB performance, so it remains a serious piece for a revealing system. If the unit is truly clean, has complete packaging, and comes from careful ownership, it can still be a worthwhile buy—but at this level, buyers should expect top-tier condition rather than just average used gear.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Benchmark Media Systems traces its roots to 1983, when founder Allen H. Burdick launched the company as Benchmark Sound Company from a garage in Dallas, Texas. Burdick, a lifelong audio enthusiast, built the brand around meticulous engineering principles, evolving it into a dedicated hi-fi operation. Today, headquartered in Syracuse, New York, where it engineers, manufactures, and ships products, Benchmark upholds over four decades of American craftsmanship focused on precision audio reproduction.
The company specializes in a focused lineup of high-performance components, including flagship digital-to-analog converters like the DAC3 series, transparent preamplifiers such as the LA4, and the acclaimed AHB2 power amplifier—named in honor of Burdick himself. This streamlined portfolio avoids speakers, turntables, headphones, or cables, concentrating instead on core electronics that prioritize signal integrity and minimal distortion.
Benchmark occupies a premium niche in the hi-fi market, revered by discerning audiophiles and measurement enthusiasts for its exceptional transparency, low noise, and top-tier objective performance. Positioned as a high-end boutique brand, it appeals to buyers who demand verifiable excellence over hype, consistently outperforming competitors in rigorous testing while delivering reliable, no-compromise sound.
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