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Offered is „D-2 DAC | Demo Unit | Original Packaging“ by Soulnote as new device from the category „D/A Converter“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 6144439923 ends on 26.12.2026 at 11:09 o'clock.
Condition: new, which makes the pricing especially compelling. At €4,850, it sits exactly at the top of the supplied used-market range and €473 above the €4,377 median, so it is fair only because this is an unused unit—not a bargain versus ordinary used examples. The new condition, however, materially narrows the gap to buying used and should support stronger resale.
The D-2 is a serious, unusually versatile DAC: dual-mono architecture, four ES9038PRO chips, balanced analogue output, and selectable NOS or FIR filtering give it both technical ambition and useful system flexibility. Its five digital inputs and high-resolution USB support are practical advantages, while the design is well regarded for dynamics, openness, and natural timing. Confirm warranty validity, sealed/complete accessories, and whether this is the current version; otherwise, at this price, it is a sensible near-new purchase rather than an obvious used-market steal.
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Soulnote is a Japanese high-end audio manufacturer established in 2004 by former Marantz Japan engineers under the parent company CSR, Inc., headquartered in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The brand emerged from deep expertise in professional audio development, with Chief Sound Manager Hideki Kato bringing decades of experience from legendary amplifier projects at NEC and Philips. This heritage positions Soulnote as a brand rooted in serious engineering pedigree, though operating as a relatively boutique player with approximately 50 employees.
Soulnote specializes primarily in amplifiers and digital-to-analog converters, with a distinctive focus on integrated and mono amplifiers built entirely in Japan. The brand is particularly known for its zero negative feedback circuit design philosophy, a purist approach that sets it apart from mainstream manufacturers. Their product line includes models such as the A-2 integrated amplifier and various DAC offerings, all designed with an emphasis on dynamic performance and waveform accuracy.
Positioned firmly in the high-end segment, Soulnote occupies a niche boutique space within the audiophile market. The brand has cultivated a dedicated following among listeners who prioritize listening-based design methodology over conventional measurement standards—a philosophy that generates both passionate advocacy and skepticism within the audio community. With international distribution networks and approximately two decades of market presence, Soulnote maintains credibility among discerning enthusiasts, though it remains less established than major high-end manufacturers in terms of global recognition and support infrastructure.
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