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Antipodes Audio DX2 Digital Analog Converter (DAC) + Streaming This model was a DX which was upgraded to DX2 specifications and is in excellent condition for its age. The Antipodes DX2 is a simple and complete one-box model, integrating pre-installed storage, autoripper and Roon server and renderer functions, and is a Stereophile Class A+ Recommended Component. The DX2 has not only enjoyed the reputation of arguably the world's best music server for several years, it is unique in providing exceptional digital audio sound quality together with one-box simplicity and ease of use. Ongoing develop
New, the DX2 sat in roughly the A$10,000+ bracket depending on configuration, so A$2,200 for an excellent-condition unit looks like a strong buy if it’s fully functional and complete. That’s well below what this class of Antipodes server used to command, and it’s into the zone where the value is driven more by condition and included storage than by bargain-hunting.
What makes it worth chasing is the quiet, well-isolated design and the fact that Antipodes units are regarded as serious-sounding servers/streamers rather than generic computer boxes. They’re especially appealing if you want internal SSD playback, Roon-capable flexibility, and a cleaner digital front end than a standard NUC setup. At this price, I’d mainly confirm the PSU is original, the SSD health is good, and any software/licensing or accessories you need are included.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Antipodes Audio emerged from New Zealand's Kapiti Coast on the North Island, with research into music server design commencing in 2009. Founded by Mark Jenkins, a former Telecom New Zealand executive and lifelong audiophile frustrated with conventional interconnects, the company drew its name from the British colonial term for Australia and New Zealand as the "antipodes"—the distant other side of the world. Starting with an audio-cable venture alongside his wife Sonia around 2004, Jenkins pivoted to digital audio innovation, prioritizing simple circuits, premium components, and aggressive noise reduction to preserve signal integrity.
The brand specializes in high-end digital audio sources, particularly music servers and streamers that excel as both servers and players. Iconic models like the CX, EX, DS Reference, and Kala series evolved into flagships such as the K50 and the Oladra platform, now a distinct brand. These devices incorporate advanced G4 technologies, including double noise isolation, output regeneration, reclocking across S/PDIF, AES3, I2S, and USB, alongside custom linear power supplies and motherboard tuning for optimal bandwidth and musicality.
Antipodes occupies a niche boutique position in the ultra-high-end market, earning acclaim for delivering emotionally engaging sound in noisy digital environments. Reviewed favorably alongside rivals like Innuos, its maverick designs—embodied in the "Oladra" name, evoking Greek renegades—appeal to discerning buyers seeking reference-level servers that rival top DACs in transparency and dynamics.
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