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AudioQuest Beetle Bluetooth DAC Hi all, I originally used this Beetle in my old car that didn't have Bluetooth streaming, but have since upgraded the car so this is no longer required. Great little DAC, supports Toslink, USB and Bluetooth inputs, and outputs to 3.5mm jack. Have tested it using the optical output on my TV and still works like a charm, lots of use-cases for it to get some better sound or capabilities from older equipment. Just over 3 years old, includes USB cable (can power it from a USB socket in a car, on your TV, or use a USB power adapter) Pickup available around Melbourne,
This is fair to slightly firm, not a bargain, at A$175. The closest market anchor I can identify is the AudioQuest Carbon USB 2.0, which typically shows up around A$146 used when converted from recent US asking prices, with new stock around A$270 equivalent, so A$175 sits a bit above the common used level but not wildly out of line for a clean example.
If it’s a higher-tier AudioQuest USB model than Carbon, the ask becomes more defensible, but the title is too vague to benchmark confidently. What makes these worth considering is the solid build and the fact that AudioQuest’s better USB leads are often bought by people chasing a quieter, more polished digital front end; just make sure you know the exact model, length, and connectors, and that any original packaging or DBS pack is included if applicable.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in 1980 by Bill Low in Irvine, California, AudioQuest traces its roots to 1978, when Low, a hi-fi store manager and avid enthusiast, began crafting superior audio cables to overcome the signal degradation he observed in existing products. Dissatisfied with subpar materials and construction, he prioritized advanced conductors like 6N copper, innovative insulation, and precise geometries, quickly earning acclaim after demos at events like the 1979 Summer CES. This passion-driven origin propelled AudioQuest from a cable innovator—first U.S. company to advance signal transmission in 1985—to a global force in high-performance audio.
While renowned for its expansive lineup of analog, digital, and AC power cables, including HDMI for video, AudioQuest has broadened into USB DACs and headphone amps, highlighted by the multi-award-winning DragonFly series launched in 2012. The brand also offers Niagara and PowerQuest power conditioners, alongside custom-install solutions, all engineered to maximize system fidelity without venturing into amplifiers, speakers, or turntables.
AudioQuest commands a premium position in the high-end market, supplying thousands of specialist retailers across 60 countries as the dominant cable provider for discerning audiophiles. Its relentless innovation, from conductor purity to dielectric design, delivers tangible performance gains, cementing a reputation for value and musicality that serious hi-fi buyers trust.
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