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Krell Vanguard DAC Krell vanguard universal dac presents as new , Roon ready can use mconnect and internet radio ,dsd. have the original box for shipping. free delivery in oz. Condition: Excellent Payment Method: EFT , Cash on pickup Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By beark 0 Comments AUD $4,250 Date: June 23, 20241 yr
This A$4,250 asking price is a strong bargain, sitting just above the 25th percentile of A$4,220 and well below the median of A$5,920.
The Krell Vanguard Universal DAC is a revered, full-featured centerpiece that excels with its ESS Sabre chip paired to Krell’s classic fully discrete Class A balanced output, delivering rich, authoritative sound. At this price, you gain a rare opportunity to own a high-end, MQA-upgrade-ready unit in like-new condition from a likely original owner, offering significant value compared to its A$7,500+ current market listings. This is a genuine buying opportunity for an enthusiast seeking top-tier performance at a fair, even excellent, cost.
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Krell Industries, founded in 1980 in the United States by Dan D'Agostino and his wife Rondi, emerged from a passion for pushing audio engineering boundaries. Based initially in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and later settling in nearby Orange, the brand drew its name from the advanced alien race in the 1956 film Forbidden Planet, symbolizing limitless technological power. The company's debut at the 1981 Consumer Electronics Show with the KSA-100, a high-power Class A amplifier, sparked immediate demand and established Krell as a force in American hi-fi innovation.
Krell specializes in high-end amplification, with its power amplifiers—epitomized by flagships like the Master Reference Amplifier—earning legendary status for their raw dynamics and precision. The lineup extends to preamplifiers, surround sound processors, digital-to-analog converters, CD and Super Audio CD players, loudspeakers, and subwoofers, all engineered for uncompromised performance in music and home theater systems.
Positioned firmly at the pinnacle of the high-end audio market, Krell commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its cutting-edge circuitry, massive power supplies, and relentless pursuit of sonic excellence. A top-tier brand alongside legends like Levinson and Threshold, it appeals to buyers seeking reference-level gear that defines the genre, even amid recent ownership transitions following Rondi's passing in 2024.
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