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Denafrips Ares II DAC Purchased brand new from DACMAN in 2020 for a headphone setup that never went anywhere - used about 3 or 4 times, just been sitting there. Have original box and double box for shipping. Internals are the same or close to the as the current Denafrips Enyo DAC. Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: EFT, Paypal Region/State: (SA) South Australia/Australia By gardsy 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $1,050 Date: July 31, 20241 yr
The Denafrips Ares II remains a solid entry in the R-2R DAC lineup, prized for its detailed, analog-like sound that punches above its original price point. At AUD$1,050 for unknown condition, this listing sits ambitious against recent comps—our database pegs the median used at AUD$790, with 25th percentile at AUD$750 and 75th at AUD$987. You'd need pristine shape, full accessories, and low hours to justify it; otherwise, shop around for better value.
Before biting, verify the unit's age and usage hours via serial number or seller logs, as these DACs can drift in output accuracy after 3-5 years without recalibration. Insist on the stock power supply, remote, and original box—replacements add up fast—and test all inputs/outputs for channel balance or digital noise, common gripes if it's been mishandled.
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Denafrips emerged in 2012 from Guangzhou, China, founded by Mr. Zhao, an electronics engineer with a Bachelor’s degree and over 15 years at a major OEM manufacturer. Raised amid a family of trained engineers, Zhao launched the brand as a modest five-person venture in the Panyu district, where it has since expanded into a 15,000-square-foot facility employing 40 to 90 staff. All research, development, assembly, quality control, and most manufacturing occur in-house, embodying a commitment to self-reliance in a hub of high-end audio production.
The brand specializes in proprietary discrete R-2R digital-to-analog converters (DACs), its cornerstone products, alongside CD transports, digital-to-digital converters, preamplifiers, power amplifiers, and headphone amplifiers. This lineup, grown from four initial DACs to over a dozen, prioritizes analog-like warmth and natural timbre over sterile measurements, with the name Denafrips acronymizing values like Dynamic, Exquisite, Natural, Attractive, Fidelity, Refined, Intoxicating, Pure, and Sophisticated.
Denafrips holds a strong position in the high-end audiophile market, celebrated for innovative engineering, meticulous craftsmanship, and exceptional value that challenges pricier Western rivals. Positive reviews and owner feedback worldwide affirm its sonic prowess, backed by a three-year warranty and direct-to-consumer sales, cementing its status as a Chinese pioneer delivering refined digital purity without inflated premiums.
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