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Offered is „CPA 3000 Integra“ by Chord Electronics as exhibit from the category „Transistor-Preamp“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 5872204499 ends on 30.10.2026 at 08:39 o'clock.
Ambitious at €5,999, this asking price sits well above the 75th percentile (€5,431) and the median (€4,881) for recent used EUR listings, making it a tough sell unless the condition is exceptional or accessories are included.
The CPA 3000 remains a highly regarded preamp for its ultra-low noise floor, minimal distortion (0.002% THD), and flexible seven-input architecture with balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA options. It delivers a pure, uncolored sound with exceptional channel separation and a wide frequency range (2.5Hz–200kHz), often compared favorably to higher-tier Chord models like the CPA 5000 in terms of core performance. If this unit is original-owner, includes the remote and Integra legs, and shows no signs of age or wear, it could still be a worthwhile long-term buy for those seeking reference-grade transparency without stepping into the 5000 series price bracket.
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Chord Electronics, a British high-fidelity powerhouse, traces its roots to the aviation industry. Founded in 1989 by John Franks, a former Marconi Avionics engineer, the company emerged from his early 1980s innovations in ultra-reliable, high-frequency switching power supplies for aircraft electronics. Initially too costly for commercial viability, the designs became feasible with advancing components, launching Chord from its Kent headquarters in a renovated pumphouse that remains its manufacturing heart.
The brand excels in premium amplifiers and digital-to-analog converters (DACs), blending Franks' analog prowess with digital expertise from FPGA specialist Rob Watts. Early power amplifiers quickly won acclaim from professional studios like the BBC, Abbey Road, and Skywalker Sound, establishing credibility before shifting focus to consumer hi-fi. Iconic products like the Hugo and Mojo DACs exemplify their boundary-pushing approach, alongside integrated amps and streamers, all handcrafted in the UK without compromise on power, precision, or musicality.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Chord commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its uncompromising engineering, aerospace-grade reliability, and bold innovation. Independent and proudly British, it sets benchmarks in transparency and dynamics, attracting buyers who demand reference-level performance over mass-market concessions.
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