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Musical Fidelity V90-HPA Headphone Amp / DAC Well regarded Musical Fidelity V90-HPA headphone DAC/amp. A big improvement over any of the AudioQuest Dragonfly dongles. Will come packaged in original box with original power supply. Postage with tracking is $15.00. Condition: As new Payment Method: Cash, PayID, Paypal Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By Steever 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $260 Date: July 1, 20241 yr
At A$260, this like-new Musical Fidelity V90-HPA sits just above the 75th percentile of A$254 for recent AUD listings, making it an ambitious but not unreasonable price compared to buying a basic standalone DAC or a used headphone amp with no digital input. It’s not a bargain against the median of A$233, but it’s fair for a clean, original-owner unit in like-new condition.
The V90-HPA earns its reputation as a rare hybrid: a 24-bit/96kHz DAC with asynchronous USB paired to a quality headphone amp, letting you drive headphones directly from a PC or streamer without an extra box. Its wide frequency response (+0, –1dB, 20Hz to 80kHz) and 5/5 review verdict reflect solid performance. For a fellow enthusiast, this is a worthwhile buy if you value simplicity and original-condition reliability over hunting for a cheaper, worn alternative.
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Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.
The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.
Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.
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