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AURALiC Taurus mkII Headphone Amp / Pre Amp This is a fantastic headphone amplifier, arguably the best you can get in this price range. I have used it with everything from sensitive IEMs to demanding planar magnetics. It drives everything with authority and incredible resolution, all without glare or fatigue. I'm reluctant to let it go, but I need the funds for upgrades elsewhere! To my eye, the item is in great condition. I have the original box, so shipping won't be an issue. Original RRP was $2,660, I believe. You can find the specs below. It's worth noting that, in addition to the balanc
This is a fair ask, sitting above the A$695 median but still well inside the recent used range and below the A$1,012 75th percentile. At A$900, it’s not a bargain, but it’s not pushing into clearly ambitious territory either.
That makes it a sensible buy if the unit is clean, fully working, and comes with the right power supply and cables. This model is well regarded as a proper preamp/headphone amp with strong drive, low noise, and a refined, neutral presentation that suits serious systems; if the condition is genuinely good, the listing looks like a solid chance to pick up a respected piece without paying top-of-market.
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AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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