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Offered is „HP-200 with phono stage (HP-200P)“ by Hovland as second-hand device from the category „Tube-Preamp“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 8185329633 ends on 21.10.2026 at 10:27 o'clock.
Compared with the more obvious alternative of paying around the usual €3,055 median, €2,900 lands in the fair-to-good zone, a touch below the middle of the pack and comfortably inside the normal used range. It is not a steal, but it is priced sensibly enough to merit serious attention rather than negotiation-by-default.
That makes sense for a Hovland phono stage, which is typically bought for its refined, low-noise, very “finished” presentation and the sort of musical ease that keeps people loyal to the brand. In good condition, this looks like a solid buy if it’s complete, operates quietly, and includes any original power supply or setup bits; at this price, the main job is simply confirming it’s healthy and ready to drop into a resolving system.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Hovland Company emerged from the expertise of Bob Hovland, who previously engineered the legendary Marantz 500 amplifier during the company's Sun Valley manufacturing era in the 1970s. Founded in 1999 by Hovland alongside Michael Gargas, Jeffrey Tonkin, and Alex J. Crespi, the Los Angeles-based firm initially built its reputation through meticulously designed passive components and component upgrades before expanding into complete amplification products. The company operated for nine years of electronics manufacturing, establishing a distribution network across 35 countries before closing in 2009.
The brand's product portfolio reflects a specialist's approach to high-fidelity audio. Hovland is perhaps best known for MusiCap, their audio-grade film and foil capacitors sold to approximately 250 manufacturers worldwide and through retail channels. Beyond passive components, the company manufactured a focused range of tube and solid-state amplifiers, including the Radia—their sole solid-state design, which reportedly took a decade to perfect—alongside tube preamplifiers like the HP-100 and HP-200. Hovland also produced cables, mains line conditioners, and remote-controlled preamps.
Hovland occupied the high-end boutique segment, positioning itself as a purveyor of meticulously engineered components for serious audiophiles willing to invest in sonic refinement. The company's nine-year lifespan and selective product range underscore its niche positioning rather than mass-market ambitions. Today, Hovland components command respect among vintage and used-market collectors, with the brand's legacy sustained through its influential passive components and the enduring reputation of its amplification designs.
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