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US$705 is an ambitious ask, sitting just above the recent comparable range’s 75th percentile of US$698 and well above the US$519 median. It is not wildly out of line for a clean, complete example, but at this level the listing needs to justify the premium rather than merely being functional.
The DSP 8-130 MKII remains a useful, space-efficient eight-channel amplifier: it delivers 130 watts per channel into 8 ohms, offers DSP/SonARC room correction, and fits a 1U rack space. The real appeal is system flexibility—four stereo pairs, independent processing, and substantial power in one chassis. With the condition marked unknown, though, US$705 is hard to recommend without confirmation that all channels, DSP controls, rack hardware, and accessories are present and working; otherwise, negotiating closer to the median would make more sense.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sonance is an American architectural audio brand founded in the early 1980s by Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer in Southern California. The company emerged from a simple but powerful idea: that high‑fidelity sound should not compromise interior design. In 1982, Sonance introduced the world’s first in‑wall loudspeaker, effectively creating the architectural speaker category and establishing a legacy built on innovation and discretion.
Today, Sonance is best known for in‑wall and in‑ceiling loudspeakers, outdoor audio systems, and multi‑room audio solutions, rather than amplifiers, turntables, DACs, or headphones. Its product range includes residential and commercial speakers, volume controls, and related electronics designed to blend seamlessly into walls, ceilings, and outdoor environments. The brand’s “degrees of invisibility” philosophy emphasizes clean aesthetics, flexible installation, and consistent performance across diverse spaces, from luxury homes to commercial venues.
Sonance occupies a strong position in the mid‑to‑high‑end custom‑installation market, widely recognized and frequently awarded in architectural and outdoor audio. It is a go‑to choice for integrators, architects, and design‑conscious clients who prioritize both performance and visual subtlety, rather than visible hi‑fi hardware.
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