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At US$43, this is a touch above the typical used market for this accessory, so I’d call it fair-to-slightly ambitious rather than a bargain. Against recent comparable listings, it sits above the US$30 median and just over the US$40 75th percentile, so the price is only defensible if condition is genuinely clean or it includes something extra.
What makes it worthwhile is straightforward: Sony-branded system cables and accessories tend to be bought to keep an original setup intact, and that can matter more than chasing the absolute cheapest option. If this one is complete, tidy, and ready to plug into a matching system, the premium is reasonable; if condition is vague or any parts are missing, I’d press for a better number closer to the middle of the market.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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