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Schiit Audio Freya OG Pre Amplifier Fantastic Schiit Freya Preamp in great condition, one of the rare OG's floating around, bought from another member of stereonet who fitted it out with Shuguang Treasure CV181Z which sound fantastic & definitely add value. https://www.tnt-audio.com/accessories/shuguang_treasures_cv181_e.html Haven't ran it a lot since I replaced it with an old Mcintosh C32 to match my power amp, probably a good 50 hours on the tubes from me, sounds fantastic. Throwing in a very high quality bambach variflex power cable along with it since I don't have the stock cable. Ha
Condition is unknown, so the price mostly has to be judged on market position rather than cosmetics. At A$900, it sits below the A$1,085 median and just above the A$874 25th percentile, so this reads as a good-buy / slightly under market asking price rather than a bargain-bin score.
That makes it interesting for a well-regarded tube-buffered/fully passive-style preamp known for a big, open presentation and flexible system matching, especially if the unit is complete and functions cleanly. The upside is strongest if it has the original remote, power supply, and packaging, and if it’s been used gently by an owner who can confirm stable operation; with unknown condition, I’d still want a quick check on switching, volume control, and any noise issues before paying up.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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