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Angeboten wird „Zeus Röhrenphonostufe MM + MC“ von Tsakiridis Devices als Neugerät aus der Kategorie „Phonoverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 8816885767 endet am 20.07.2026 um 07:03 Uhr.
# Buyer Notes: Tsakiridis Devices Zeus Röhrenphonostufe MM + MC
Is €1,900 realistic for a used tube phono stage with both moving-magnet and moving-coil inputs? This asking price sits well below the median of €3,085 established from your 19 comparable EUR listings—roughly 38% cheaper than market center. That's a genuine red flag. Either this unit has undisclosed condition issues, significant age, or the seller is underpricing. For a dual-input tube preamp from a respected Greek builder, fair used value typically ranges €2,363–€3,707 EUR based on your data. At €1,900 EUR, you're either looking at a legitimate steal or a reason you haven't found yet.
Before committing, verify the tube complement is complete and functioning—pull the cover and check for missing or blackened tubes, which signal past problems. Confirm both MM and MC inputs work cleanly across their full gain range; MC circuits in tube stages can drift if coupling capacitors have aged. Ask for documentation of any recent service, and establish whether the output impedance matches your preamp's input (typically 47kΩ for MM, variable for MC). A quick listen through known recordings will reveal hum, noise floor, or channel imbalance that no photo can show.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Tsakiridis Devices emerged from Greece in the late 1980s as a family-owned venture born of pure audiophile passion. Established around 1987-1989, the company began when its founders crafted high-end audio gear for themselves and fellow enthusiasts, seeking exceptional sound without extravagant costs. Handmade in Greece with premium components, their products reflect a commitment to tube-based excellence that has defined the brand's heritage ever since.
The lineup centers on valve amplifiers and preamplifiers, including standout models like the Alexander preamp and Artemis power amp, alongside integrated options such as the Aeolos. Their focus remains on tube-driven electronics—single-ended triode designs like the Achilles with 300B or 2A3 tubes—that prioritize musicality and simplicity, eschewing speakers, turntables, or digital converters.
Positioned as makers of affordable high-end audio, Tsakiridis Devices occupies a niche boutique space, delivering tube warmth and detail at accessible prices—often under $3,000—that punches above its weight. Reviewers praise their fresh tonality and ability to elevate modest speakers, cementing a reputation among discerning buyers for reliable, attractive gear that democratizes true hi-fi joy.
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