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AURALiC Altair G2.1 Digital / Analogue Streamer Comes with built in 1Tb SSD drive , remote control and Isotek power lead Condition: Excellent Payment Method: Cash or EFT Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By Paul Redshaw 0 Comments AUD $3,900 Date: January 27, 20251 yr
Compared with the obvious alternative at this money—most other mid-tier DAC/streamer boxes—you’re paying A$3,900 for a unit that sits below the A$3,766–A$4,705 recent used band only by a hair above the lower quartile, versus a A$4,235 median, so this reads as a fair-to-good buy rather than a steal. It is not a bargain-bin price, but it is comfortably under the midpoint and still leaves room for a clean, properly functioning example to make sense.
The appeal here is that this platform has a strong reputation for combining a very capable DAC with a polished streamer section and a genuinely refined, low-fatigue presentation. If it’s complete, well cared for, and comes with the right accessories, that’s the sort of listing many enthusiasts would shortlist quickly; the upside is getting a high-end digital front end without paying new-stock money.
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AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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