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Angeboten wird „M-1 Referenz DAC“ von Musical Fidelity als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 3560925824 endet am 19.07.2026 um 06:09 Uhr.
The used DAC market favors buyers right now, and this M-1 Referenz at EUR 250 is genuinely sharp. Musical Fidelity's Referenz line commands solid secondhand demand, and comparable units typically move between EUR 400–650 depending on condition and completeness. At EUR 250 for good condition, you're looking at roughly 40% below the typical range—this is a legitimate bargain, assuming the unit is fully functional and includes its original power supply and interconnect cables.
Before committing, confirm the DAC powers up cleanly, locks to signal across all digital inputs (USB, S/PDIF, optical), and plays without clicks, dropouts, or transformer hum. Ask the seller directly whether it's been serviced recently or if there's any history of the display flickering or the unit running unusually warm. The M-1 is solid engineering, but older Referenz DACs can develop capacitor issues if they've been powered continuously for years. Request a short video of it powering on and switching inputs; that alone will tell you most of what you need to know.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.
The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.
Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.
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