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Angeboten wird „V 90 HPA“ von Musical Fidelity als Ausstellungsstück aus der Kategorie „Kopfhörerverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 780778541 endet am 30.07.2026 um 06:18 Uhr.
I need to be direct with you: the search results provided don't contain any pricing data for the Musical Fidelity V90-HPA or comparable headphone amplifiers. Without external pricing benchmarks beyond your internal listings database, I can only work with what you've given me.
Your ground truth says the median used V90-HPA in EUR is €146, with the interquartile range €131–€158. This listing at €189 sits about 29% above median—solidly into ambitious territory. That's a meaningful premium. Unless the unit is exceptionally low-hours, comes with original packaging, or includes rare accessories, a buyer should expect pushback or be prepared to negotiate down toward €160–€170 to align with the typical market you're tracking.
Before committing, verify the amplifier powers up cleanly without hum or distortion, check that all inputs and outputs are functioning (particularly XLR if present), and confirm the unit hasn't been recapped or heavily serviced—service history matters for pricing justification. Ask whether it's the original V90-HPA or a later revision, and insist on a return window if you're buying remotely. The asking price only makes sense if this example has documentation of meticulous care or documented low usage.
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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