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Angeboten wird „MusicWave Super Banana 2 x 3 m +++ Verkauf im Kundenauftrag +++“ von Transparent Audio als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Kabel, Netzleisten + Filter“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 5788137194 endet am 23.06.2026 um 06:11 Uhr.

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

Timing matters less here than with an electronics upgrade cycle: this is a mature cable design, so the main question is price versus condition, not whether a newer replacement has made it obsolete. At €1,790, it sits above the €1,627 75th percentile and well above the €1,411 median, so this is an ambitious ask rather than a fair-market buy.

That said, this line is well regarded for a polished, spacious presentation and strong system synergy when the rest of the chain is up to the task. If the cable is genuinely clean and comes with the original packaging or any factory documentation, the premium is easier to justify; if not, I’d want to negotiate. For a buyer already chasing this specific sound, it’s still interesting, but it is not a bargain at this level.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Transparent Audio

Transparent Audio was founded in 1980 in Saco, Maine, by audio enthusiasts Jack Sumner, Karen Sumner, and Carl Smith, who initially distributed high-end products like the Norwegian Electrocompaniet amplifiers and the iconic Well Tempered Turntable. Evolving from distribution, the company entered manufacturing in the mid-1980s, first with MIT cables before launching its own innovative line in 1993. This heritage of passion-driven innovation has defined Transparent as a pioneer in audio connectivity, with breakthroughs like patented network technology, unique cable geometries, and system-specific calibration introduced in the 1990s.

The brand focuses exclusively on premium cables and related components, including interconnects, loudspeaker cables, digital audio cables, HDMI cables, AC power cords, and power conditioners. Transparent eschews amplifiers, speakers, turntables, DACs, or headphones, concentrating instead on transmission solutions that minimize signal distortion and maximize sonic transparency. Their Reference line, debuted in 1994, established this niche, bolstered by ongoing refinements and an owner-friendly upgrade program.

Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Transparent commands respect among discerning buyers and professionals for delivering pristine, nuanced sound reproduction in world-class systems. Decades of awards, relentless R&D, and a reputation for pushing cable technology boundaries cement its status as a leader, where cables are treated as equals to components themselves.

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