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This is a serious, well-regarded preamp, but the asking price is ambitious against the recent UK used market. At £2,700, it sits well above the 75th percentile of £1,964 and far over the median £1,229, so I’d only view it as defensible if the condition is exceptional, packaging is complete, and the seller can show recent servicing or standout provenance.
The appeal is the Elector’s clean, resolving, no-nonsense line-stage performance; it’s the sort of unit people buy for transparency rather than flash. If it’s been carefully kept, that can matter with specialist gear like this, but the buyer should still confirm remote, original box, and any servicing history because at this level you’re paying for confidence as much as sound.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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