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Audiolab 6000A Integrated Amplifier (Solid State) Overview: Today we’re offering a secondhand Audiolab 6000A in excellent condition. This versatile integrated amplifier is a great choice for those looking to enjoy high-performance sound without breaking the bank. Key Features: > 50W per channel into 8 ohms > High-quality ES9018 Sabre32 DAC for superior digital playback > Phono stage for turntable connection (MM cartridges) > Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming > Dedicated headphone amplifier for personal listening > Multiple inputs: 4 digital, 3 line-level, and 1 phono The 6000A is a
With condition unknown, the AUD890 asking price for this used Audiolab 6000A integrated amp demands caution—buyers often pay a premium for unverified gear. Against our database of 8 recent comparable listings, the median used price sits at AUD845 (25th percentile AUD696, 75th AUD909), putting this squarely in the upper range but not outrageously ambitious for a clean example. It's fair if mint, but you'd be wise to negotiate down without photos or service history.
Prior to biting, insist on close-up pics of the front panel, phono stage, and rear terminals for signs of heat stress or dust buildup—6000As can develop sticky volume pots after 3-5 years. Verify the original remote, power cord, and manual are included; missing bits shave real value. Test all inputs/outputs for hum or channel imbalance, common if it's been heavily driven.
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Audiolab emerged from the frustration of two Imperial College students, Philip Swift and Derek Scotland, who in 1983 founded the brand in Britain to deliver high-quality hi-fi without exorbitant prices or needless complexity. Their debut 8000A integrated amplifier swiftly became a benchmark, praised for its robust build, transparent sound, and minimalist design that prioritized musical purity over gimmicks. This origin story rooted Audiolab in a philosophy of accessible excellence, evolving from kitchen prototypes to a lineup of landmark components like the 8000S preamp, 8000T tuner, and 8000M monoblocs.
The brand focuses on core hi-fi categories, excelling in integrated and power amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, CD players, tuners, and phono stages, with forays into AV processors and multi-channel amps during its TAG McLaren era from 1997 to 2004. Since joining the International Audio Group in 2004, Audiolab has refined its no-nonsense aesthetic while expanding to modern streaming and digital sources, always emphasizing engineering that extracts maximum performance from any system.
Audiolab holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, renowned among discerning buyers for exceptional value—delivering near-high-end sound quality at approachable prices. It appeals to purists seeking reliable, unadorned British engineering rather than boutique exotica or vintage collectibles, maintaining a loyal following for its enduring reputation in straightforward, music-first performance.
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