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Tolle symmetrische Hochpegel Vorstufe von Threshold, klingt wie alle Geräte von Threshold sehr gut.
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Is €1,100 the steal you've been waiting for on a Threshold T3 preamp? Absolutely—it's a clear bargain against the typical used market for this solid-state classic, where recent comparable listings median at €1,772 (25th percentile €1,446, 75th €2,990). In excellent condition, this undercuts even the low end, making it a smart grab if the unit checks out, especially given Threshold's reputation for enduring build quality from the '80s.
Before committing, verify the output buffers—they're a common failure point on T3s from heat or age, so test for channel imbalance or noise. Also confirm all original accessories like the power cord, manual, and any remote if applicable, plus service history to rule out recap needs on those vintage electrolytics.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Threshold Audio emerged in Sacramento, California, in 1974, founded by renowned audio engineer Nelson Pass alongside graphic designer René Besne and Joe Sammut. Pass, a pioneer in amplifier design, launched the brand with the groundbreaking Threshold 800A power amplifier in 1975, introducing a novel sliding bias system that boosted Class A efficiency while employing 48 output transistors in a sophisticated triple-series/triple-parallel configuration. This California-rooted heritage defined Threshold as an innovator during its original run, which spanned until the mid-1990s, after which the intellectual property changed hands, including a 1994 acquisition by investor Randy Patton, who integrated it with PS Audio and relocated operations to Camarillo.
The brand focused squarely on high-end amplification, producing iconic power amplifiers like the 400A and 800A, the Stasis series renowned for their balanced Class A performance, and preamplifiers such as the NS10, SL10, and FET range including the FET-1, FET-2, FET-9, and FET-10. Later designs, like the T-200 by engineer Michael Bladelius, continued this legacy. Threshold eschewed speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, concentrating instead on pure analog amplification that prioritized sonic purity and robustness.
Threshold holds a revered position as a vintage high-end icon, cherished by collectors and audiophiles for its enduring sound quality and Pass's technical wizardry. Once a market leader in premium solid-state gear from 1975 to 1992, it remains a sought-after name in the used market, embodying boutique excellence rather than mass production, with modern revivals under Threshold Audio sustaining its elite reputation.
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