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Blue circle BC-3 Pre Amplifier Blue Circle BC3 line level Tube Use Two 6922 valve preamplifier very special tube preamp cardas internal wiring two mono Elma Step Volume hand made in Candra this amp at stereophile A Class Preamp recommended at 2003 https://www.stereophile.com/tubepreamps/510/index.html https://positive-feedback.com/nos/blue-circle-bc3-preamplifier/ one of the Class A stereophile recommended 2003 working perfectly this amp run at US 120V need add 240V transformer local pick up will be best as this is very heavy Condition: Used Payment Method: Cash on pick up ,
This is a timely buy only in the sense that it’s an older Blue Circle design, so the key question is condition and whether any later replacement or servicing history matters more than spec-sheet age. At A$1,800, it’s a strong bargain against your AUD comp set: well below the A$3,855 25th percentile and far under the A$7,469 median, with the A$10,291 75th percentile showing plenty of headroom.
That makes it especially interesting for a buyer who wants a known high-end, characterful preamp without paying current market money. Blue Circle pieces have long had a loyal following for musical, relaxed-but-resolute presentation, and this kind of pricing leaves room for any needed service. The only real caveat is the usual age-related check: confirm quiet operation, all inputs/outputs working, and whether the unit has been recently serviced or still has its original power-supply setup.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Circle Labs Audio, a boutique Polish hi-fi brand from Krakow, traces its roots to 2007 when engineer Krzysztof Wilczyński founded the company after years of designing tube amplifiers as a hobby. He partnered with designer and marketer Krzysztof Lichoń, blending Wilczyński's audio expertise with Lichoń's distinctive aesthetic vision. Though the name emerged around that time, the brand gained traction only in recent years through rigorous in-house testing and real-world audiophile feedback.
The company specializes in hybrid amplifiers that fuse tube input stages for warmth with solid-state output for power and reliability. Key offerings include the flagship A200 integrated amplifier, now joined by the P300 preamplifier and M200 monoblock power amp—capable of stereo or bridged mono operation. Earlier models like the obsolete A100 laid the groundwork, emphasizing precise sound reproduction over mass production.
Positioned as a niche high-end contender, Circle Labs commands respect among discerning buyers for its innovative R&D, elegant industrial design, and musical purity. It appeals to those seeking integrated solutions that rival established names without compromising on detail or dynamics, carving a growing international presence in the competitive hi-fi landscape.
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