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Wide bandwidth Category 7 construction for low jitterPrecision 100 ohm balanced twisted data pairs for perfect transmissionPrecision 100 ohm accurate and rigid mechanical alignment connectors ensures stable performance without possibility of mechanical misalignment. Unbreakable latch for precise ...
A$120 looks like a strong buy if the cable is complete and in decent cosmetic shape. New pricing for the C1AE sits around A$95-A$150 for short lengths, so a used ask at A$120 is roughly fair to slightly keen rather than a bargain-bin steal.
The appeal here is simple: it’s a properly built audiophile network cable with serious shielding and a very solid reputation in Melco/DELA-centric systems. It’s also a current-design family piece rather than obscure vintage gear, so resale risk is modest. At this price, I’d mainly confirm the length, connectors, and that the latch and plugs aren’t damaged; otherwise it reads as a sensible, low-drama purchase.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Melco, standing for Maki Engineering Laboratory Company, traces its origins to 1975 in Nagoya, Japan, where audiophile Makoto Maki founded the brand amid the vibrant audio scene. Starting with a retail outpost called the Mel Shop in the Ame-Yoko Radio Center, Maki overcame early financial hurdles by fostering a community for enthusiasts, blending commerce with innovation. This heritage of passion and perseverance propelled Melco from modest audio manufacturing into a powerhouse, eventually evolving into the Buffalo group while retaining its audiophile roots.
The brand's early focus centered on high-fidelity components, most notably turntables that redefined music reproduction standards upon their 1980 UK debut. After pivoting to computer peripherals, Melco revived its hi-fi legacy around 2014, now specializing in audiophile-grade networked audio solutions. These include music servers, NAS drives, Ethernet switches, and digital streamers, engineered for seamless hi-res playback without the pitfalls of standard computing gear.
Positioned firmly in the high-end niche, Melco commands respect among discerning buyers for its rigorous R&D and uncompromised digital source performance. Revived products echo the excellence of its vintage forebears, earning accolades from hi-fi press and solidifying its role as a boutique leader in streaming and storage. Collectors and modern streamers alike value its Japanese precision, now under DELA Inc. for its 50th milestone.
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