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This listing is ambitious, priced at US$1,273 well above the US$805 75th percentile and the US$749 median for used Anthem Integrated 225s. While the original retail was US$1,499, the current ask leaves little depreciation buffer compared to the typical US$668–US$805 market range.
The Integrated 225 remains a real gem for its 225Wpc power, balanced XLR inputs, and phono stage, delivering sound quality that belied its original price. It offers substantial headroom and a clean, feature-rich solid-state platform that still competes well today. However, at this price, the buyer should verify the volume-control function (a known quirk from the original review) and confirm the unit is in original-owner condition with all accessories included to justify the premium over the median.
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Anthem traces its roots to the 1990s in Canada, emerging from the acclaimed Sonic Frontiers, a brand celebrated for its no-compromise high-fidelity components crafted by dedicated engineers and audiophiles. In 1998, Paradigm acquired Sonic Frontiers, including Anthem, marking a pivotal shift toward innovative home theater electronics while preserving the pursuit of pure, unadulterated sound. This heritage of passion fused with scientific precision defines Anthem's enduring Canadian legacy.
The brand excels in premium amplification and processing, renowned for AV receivers like the MRX series, high-end processors such as the AVM line, and MCA power amplifiers. These products integrate proprietary technologies, including Anthem Room Correction (ARC), the pioneering room optimization system born from advanced research. While not venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Anthem's focus on electronics delivers reference-level performance tailored for discerning home theater and hi-fi setups.
Anthem holds a commanding position in the high-end market, topping charts as the leading brand for home theater preamps/processors with 30% share and ranking fourth in AV receivers at 31%. Repurchased in 2019 by Paradigm co-founder Scott Bagby and his brother John, restoring original stewardship, Anthem embodies premium Canadian engineering—reliable, innovative, and free of excess—for knowledgeable buyers seeking world-class audio without compromise.
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