This is a seller’s market at this price: €8,499 is clearly ambitious for the used market, sitting above the €7,094 75th-percentile asking price and well above the €5,083 median from 14 recent comparables. It may be defensible for a rare, top-spec version, but as listed it is not a bargain; buyers have room to negotiate.
The ART range is genuinely serious cable design, using Crystal Cable’s Infinite Crystal Silver conductors, elaborate shielding, and Kapton/PTFE insulation. It is respected for low noise, resolution, and exceptionally refined construction, with the da Vinci versions representing the flagship tier. Before paying the premium, confirm the exact family, cable type, length, termination, original packaging, and authentication/NFC details. Without those specifics, €8,499 is difficult to justify rather than an obvious buying opportunity.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.