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Offered is „Essence“ by Gryphon as second-hand device from the category „Transistor-Preamp“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 4466040915 ends on 25.10.2026 at 07:49 o'clock.
This €7,900 listing for a used Gryphon ESSENCE in good condition is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of €8,830 from our database of 12 recent EUR comparables, and significantly under the median of €9,917. With other active listings asking €12,999, this price represents genuine value for a flagship Danish power amp.
The ESSENCE is a highly regarded stereo power amplifier known for its massive current delivery, ultra-low noise, and ability to drive difficult speakers with authority and refinement. Its monolithic build quality, original-owner condition, and placement in the used market now make this a prime buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance without the new-price premium. No caveats apply at this price point.
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Gryphon Audio Designs emerged from Denmark in 1985, founded by Flemming E. Rasmussen as a passionate offshoot of his distribution company, 2R Marketing. What began as a spare-time project—a compact, dual-mono phono preamplifier known as the Gryphon Head Amp—quickly gained acclaim after debuting at the 1986 Chicago Consumer Electronics Show. Japanese distributors snapped it up, and the audio press hailed it as a "Best Buy," propelling Rasmussen to establish Gryphon as a dedicated entity by the early 1990s, free from import distractions. The brand's name draws from the mythical gryphon, symbolizing the fusion of lion-like power and eagle-like grace in music reproduction.
Gryphon specializes in uncompromising high-end electronics, starting with its legendary class-A phono stages and evolving into high-power amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated systems. The company expanded into full-system solutions with the 2002 Cantata stand-mount speakers, followed by flagship models like the massive Poseidon in 2004. Today, its portfolio encompasses speakers, the groundbreaking Apollo turntable—a collaboration with Helmut Brinkmann and Ortofon—and even cables, ensuring every link in the audio chain aligns with Gryphon's neutral, optimized design philosophy.
Positioned firmly at the pinnacle of high-end audio, Gryphon commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its visionary engineering and sonic purity, often setting benchmarks since its inception as one of Europe's earliest true high-end pioneers. Rasmussen's team-driven approach yields products that prioritize musical essence over compromise, attracting buyers who demand reference-level performance in home systems.
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