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Simply one of the finest preamplifiers on the market, with a retail price of 40k. this absolutely as new example is an absolute steal at it offer price. Pilium have taken the high-end world by storm and are even used by magico in their own demo rooms. Comes complete with original flightcase.
The Pilium Alexander is a revered British pre/power combo known for its crystalline transparency and massive dynamic scale, placing it firmly in the ultra-high-end league. At £18,995, this asking price sits just above the 75th percentile of £18,066 from our recent GBP comparable listings, making it ambitious rather than a bargain, though it remains below the 25th percentile of new-world equivalents often seen in the £20k+ range. Given the excellent condition stated, the price reflects a fair market position for a pristine example of this top-tier chassis, not an overpriced outlier.
What makes this a worthwhile buy is the Alexander’s ability to deliver uncompromised resolution without sacrificing musical warmth, a rare balance that defines Pilium’s reputation among serious listeners. The inclusion of the dedicated PSU and the “excellent” condition from a likely original owner adds meaningful upside, as these units are built to last and rarely degrade. With no common failure points reported for this generation and the listing appearing clean, this is a solid buying opportunity for an enthusiast seeking flagship performance without the new-retail sticker shock.
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Pilium Audio emerged in 2014 from Athens, Greece, under the leadership of Konstantinos Pilios, its CEO and driving force. Born from the founders' deep audiophile roots, the brand embodies a no-compromise pursuit of musical fidelity, handcrafting components with cutting-edge technology and a bare-voicing philosophy that prioritizes lifelike reproduction over artificial enhancements.
The company specializes in high-end electronics, including standout amplifiers like the massive Leonidas integrated model with its quad-transformer design, the Ares line-stage preamplifier, and series such as Brutale and Orchestra. Their focus remains squarely on power amplifiers, preamplifiers, and related components, delivering exceptional resolution, transparency, organic vocals, and dynamics without venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables.
Positioned as a rising boutique star in the ultra-high-end market, Pilium commands respect among discerning hi-fi enthusiasts for its cost-no-object builds designed to endure. Greek-owned yet with manufacturing ties to Bulgaria, it appeals to buyers seeking sensational, unadulterated sound that redefines perfection in home audio.
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