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Angeboten wird „Altair“ von Auralic als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7242035488 endet am 08.10.2026 um 06:04 Uhr.
The timing matters a bit because this sits in the original ALTAIR generation, so you’re buying a proven streamer/DAC platform rather than the latest chassis-refresh story. Against your own comps, €999 is clearly ambitious: it sits well above the €713 75th percentile and more than double the €434 median, so this is not a bargain-priced listing.
That said, the ALTAIR is still a well-regarded all-in-one network streamer for someone who wants a refined digital front end with solid connectivity and easy day-to-day use. If the unit is genuinely clean, fully functional, and comes with the right accessories, the appeal is in convenience and sound quality rather than upside on price. At this level, I’d want strong condition, complete packaging, and proof it’s been cared for; otherwise, I’d keep looking.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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