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Offered is „APL DSD-MR SE“ by APL Hifi as second-hand device from the category „D/A Converter“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2844717707 ends on 23.12.2026 at 18:29 o'clock.
New pricing is around EUR 49,000, making EUR 11,900 a remarkably strong used-market buy rather than merely a fair price. It sits above the EUR 9,139 median but well below the EUR 15,545 upper quartile, and the listing’s “good” condition still leaves substantial value.
This is a serious, unusual DAC: DSD512 capability, passive current-to-voltage conversion, transformer-coupled Class-A tube output, and both RCA and XLR connectivity make it especially attractive in a revealing system. Its modular architecture and rarity add appeal, while the 24.5 kg chassis and specialist construction underline that this is a flagship component rather than a generic converter. Verify voltage, tube health, remote, and original packaging, but at EUR 11,900 it looks like a genuine opportunity.
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APL Hi-Fi traces its roots to 1998, when founder Alex Peychev began honing his expertise in high-end audio engineering, initially during his tenure at Sony Electronics. In 2003, he left Sony to establish APL Hi-Fi in Dublin, California, channeling his deep knowledge of electronic components into custom designs. The company later relocated production to Ruse, Bulgaria, embracing a fully handcrafted boutique approach that underscores its commitment to meticulous, small-batch manufacturing.
The brand specializes in premium digital audio upgrades and standalone components, particularly renowned for retrofitting high-end players from Esoteric, Pioneer, Denon, and Philips—most notably the NWO series based on the Esoteric UX-1 SACD/DVD-Audio player. APL also crafts exceptional DACs like the DSD-MR SE, DSD-AR, and ILLUMI-FI DSD-S, incorporating proprietary clocks, tube outputs, and advanced D/A conversion for superior soundstaging and detail. Offerings span various budgets, from $20,000 flagship retrofits to more accessible tech integrations, with a focus on USB, SPDIF, and DSD playback.
Positioned as a super high-end boutique in the audiophile market, APL Hi-Fi commands reverence among connoisseurs for its hyper-detailed, airy, and dynamically alive sound. Early accolades, such as Stereotimes' 2004 "Most Wanted Component" award for its Philips SACD1000 mod, affirm its elite status, appealing to discerning buyers seeking uncompromising transparency over mass-market convenience.
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