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The Modi 2 has a deserved reputation as a straightforward, neutral, no-nonsense budget DAC, but US$139 is ambitious here: it sits at the supplied 75th-percentile asking price, versus a US$126 median and US$77 25th percentile. That makes it a top-of-market example rather than a bargain, especially with the listing marked unknown condition.
It remains a worthwhile little USB-to-RCA converter, with clean, capable performance and a compact, simple design that avoids unnecessary features. It supports up to 24/96 without drivers and higher rates with suitable software or Windows drivers, but it is also an older generation and lacks the flexibility of the Modi 2 Uber or newer models. At US$139, buy only if condition is confirmed, operation is demonstrated, and accessories are included; otherwise, a lower price is warranted.
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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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