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Orei BKA-1 HDMI Switch Bought it 3 months ago but not suitable for my HT system. No box, brand new OREI BKA-1: 48GBPS 8K AUDIO EXTRACTOR WITH S/PDIF AND L/R OUTPUT, DOLBY VISION KEY FEATURES: HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 compliant. 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS video bandwidth. Video resolutions up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12bit. VRR, ALLM, QMS, QFT, SBTM support. HDR/10/10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG pass-through. LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Atmos and DTS-HD Master, DTS:X Audio pass-through from HDMI. Supports ARC Audio Extraction from an ARC/eARC TV. Features CEC control between HDMI Input
At AUD 50 unknown condition, this Orei BKA-1 HDMI switch is a screaming bargain against our recent comps, where the median used asking price sits at AUD 701 (25th percentile AUD 113, 75th AUD 2,169). For a basic 3x1 switch like this, typical used market values hover around AUD 80-150 in good shape, making it a steal if it tests out—grab it quick before the seller wises up.
Before biting, power it on and cycle all inputs/outputs to check for signal dropouts or HDCP handshake fails, common on these budget units after heavy use. Verify the original remote and power adapter are included, as replacements are a hassle, and probe the age—anything pre-2020 might have capacitor wear from heat.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
CEC, or Chuo Denki Co., traces its roots to Tokyo, Japan, where it was founded in 1954 amid the nascent audio industry. That same year, the company pioneered Japan's first belt-drive turntable mechanisms, which gained rapid adoption by major manufacturers worldwide, including Grundig, Marantz, Sony, and Pioneer. From high-precision phono motors to full turntables, CEC quickly established itself as a leading OEM supplier, laying the groundwork for its enduring legacy in mechanical innovation.
The brand's product focus has evolved to center on digital playback, particularly its signature belt-drive CD transports and complementary DACs. Iconic models like the 1991 TL1—the world's first belt-driven CD transport—set the standard, protected by CEC's global patents for reducing jitter and acoustic feedback. Today, the lineup features ultra-premium offerings such as the flagship TL0 3.0 with dual belts, suspended chassis, external power supply, and proprietary Superlink interface, alongside models like the TL5, TL2N, CD5 player/DAC, and DA5.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end market, CEC commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its mechanical purity and refusal to abandon CD as a viable medium. With flagship pricing around $34,000 and manufacturing returned exclusively to Japan since 2011, it appeals to niche collectors seeking boutique refinement over mass-market convenience, its transports praised for rich, musical retrieval that rivals streaming in sophistication.
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