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Offered is „Nu-Vista 800.2“ by Musical Fidelity as second-hand device from the category „Fully integrated Amplifier“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 4920976780 ends on 21.12.2026 at 16:07 o'clock.

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Against three recent comparable listings, the median is EUR 7,706, with the lower quartile at EUR 7,303. At EUR 6,900, this sits below even the 25th percentile, making it a strong deal rather than merely fair value—assuming the listing’s “good” condition is accurate.

The Nu-Vista 800 is a serious hybrid integrated: its nuvistor-buffered preamp and powerful solid-state output stage deliver 330 watts per channel, substantial headroom, and the ability to control difficult speakers. It also offers balanced XLR input, home-theatre bypass, and fixed and variable line outputs. At this price, a clean, fully functioning example with its remote and original packaging is a particularly attractive buy; the 39 kg weight makes secure transport worth arranging.

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About Musical Fidelity

Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.

The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.

Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.

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