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Violectric v550 Headphone Amplifier For sale is my Violectric v550 headphone amplifier. This is the standard version which is identical to the Pro version but with a high quality volume pot instead of a stepped attenuator. The amp was purchased new from A2A in April 2023 (receipt available) and is in excellent condition with all original packaging. This is a serious, state of the art, end-game headphone amplifier, and I am already regretting selling it. Pick up from the lower north shore is available, or I am happy to post at the buyer's cost and risk. Condition: Excellent Payment Me
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Violectric emerged in 2009 as a hi-fi sub-brand of Lake People, the esteemed German pro-audio manufacturer founded in 1986 near Lake Constance. Headed by chief engineer Fried Reim, who oversees development and production in Constance, Violectric adapts Lake People's robust professional circuitry for discerning home listeners, prioritizing engineering substance over hype.
The brand specializes in headphone amplifiers, such as the seminal V200 and newer models like the HPA V324, alongside high-quality DACs including the V800 and V850. Its lineup extends to phono stages like the PPA V630 and preamps such as the PPA V600, with the ultra-premium Niimbus series—exemplified by the US5—pushing boundaries in amplification. Absent are speakers, turntables, or cables; Violectric hones in on source-to-headphone electronics.
Positioned firmly in the high-end hi-fi market, Violectric commands respect among pragmatic audiophiles for its "tools, not toys" ethos—delivering uncompromised build quality, timeless design, and sonic precision at prices from around £700 to over £3,000. Free of esoteric claims, it appeals to buyers seeking pro-grade performance in elegant, enduring packages.
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