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Commercial Gieseler Audio Kompakt II PCM1704K DAC This is my latest PCM1704K version of the Kompakt II. Unfortunately there was design issue and only the USB input will work. The only way to rectify this problem to to replace the whole PCB. In light of this I'm offering this unit at a massively discounted price. It works perfectly via the USB input only. It is a classic data sheet PCM1704K design with the matching 8x oversampling DF1704 digital filter. RCA & XLR outputs which can be used simultaneously. It will handle all sample rates from 44.1K to 192K It is in the standard Kompakt II case b
Fair ask. A$1,500 sits right around the going used price for Gieseler’s PCM1704K-based Kompakt II, with recent references showing about A$1,500 for one listing and new pricing around A$1,350, while higher-spec or newer asking prices can push to A$2,000–A$2,250. So this is not a bargain-bin score, but it is sensible if the unit is complete and clean.
What makes it worthwhile is the sound: the PCM1704K has a strong cult following for its natural, dense, non-glare presentation, and Gieseler’s implementation is the bit that matters most here. For a buyer, the upside is getting a respected R2R DAC from a boutique Australian maker without paying fresh-retail money. At this price, I’d mainly want confirmation of exact model/version, remote and power supply, and that it’s functioning quietly on all inputs.
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Based on the available search results, I can provide limited verified information about Gieseler Audio. The brand operates as an Australian boutique audio equipment manufacturer, though specific founding details, founder name, and exact establishment year are not clearly documented in these sources.
Gieseler Audio specializes in digital-to-analog converters (DACs), with their product line including both compact "Klein" (small) and larger "Groß" (big) series models. Their DACs employ high-quality chipsets such as the AKM4497EQ and represent a design-focused approach to audio conversion. The company emphasizes handcrafted quality and boutique manufacturing practices centered in Australia.
The brand positions itself within the high-end boutique segment rather than mainstream consumer audio. Gieseler Audio targets discerning audiophiles seeking specialized, locally-manufactured components with attention to design philosophy and sonic performance. However, comprehensive information about their full product range, market reputation, pricing strategy, and broader industry standing is not sufficiently detailed in available sources to provide a complete market assessment. Interested buyers should consult direct manufacturer resources or specialist audio publications for more comprehensive brand evaluation.
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