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Against 220 recent comparable listings, the median asking price is US$147, with the upper quartile at US$300. At US$399, this is clearly above the typical used market and therefore ambitious, unless it is unusually complete, tested, and ready to integrate.
The hardware itself is substantial: an eight-zone Sonnex expander with 16 channels, rated at 140 watts per channel into 8 ohms and bridgeable to 400 watts. It is a strong fit for a properly equipped Crestron installation, but it is not a standalone amplifier—it needs a compatible SWAMP-24X8 or Sonnex link source. Given the price premium, confirm operation, included rack hardware, and the required Sonnex connection before buying; otherwise, a substantially lower offer would make more sense.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Crestron was founded in 1972 in the United States by George Feldstein and built its reputation in professional AV, automation, and control systems rather than in traditional consumer hi-fi. It is a privately held company headquartered in Rockleigh, New Jersey, and its core business has long centered on integrated technology for commercial spaces and high-end residential systems.
In audio, Crestron is best known for installation-oriented products: control processors, AV distribution, streaming audio-over-IP systems, amplifiers, and architectural speakers. Its residential audio line is built around the Crestron Home platform and DM NAX distribution hardware, while its speakers are typically developed with partners such as Origin Acoustics rather than sold as standalone audiophile separates.
In the market, Crestron sits in the premium custom-install and high-end integration segment, not the conventional hi-fi retail space. Its appeal is strongest among system designers, integrators, and affluent homeowners who want whole-house audio, automation, and discreet in-wall or in-ceiling sound, rather than collectors looking for turntables, headphones, or vintage separates. It is a niche but major brand in residential and commercial integration, with audio positioned as part of a broader control ecosystem.
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