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Angeboten wird „Souga“ von Kondo als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Röhren-Endverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 6893692016 endet am 04.07.2026 um 20:12 Uhr.
At €18,500, this is well below the typical used SOUGA level, which shows up around €47,600–€55,000 in current European listings, with one second-hand market example at €23,500 already above this ask. That makes it look like a strong buy rather than merely fair, assuming the amp is genuine, complete, and functioning properly.
The appeal is easy to understand: the SOUGA is a highly regarded 8W+8W parallel single-ended stereo amp built around Kondo’s signature silver-heavy, no-compromise approach, and it tends to be sought after by listeners who value tonal purity, texture, and scale over brute force. At this price, the upside is substantial if the condition is truly good; I’d mainly want confirmation on tube health, service history, and that all original accessories/packaging are present, since those details matter a lot more than minor cosmetic wear on a piece like this.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
# Kondo Audio Note Japan
Kondo Audio Note Japan was founded in 1976 by Hiroyasu Kondo, a metallurgist and son of a Buddhist priest whose technical expertise and philosophical approach to sound reproduction shaped the company's identity. Based in Japan, the brand has maintained its independence and commitment to handcrafted manufacturing for nearly five decades, recently adopting the "Kondo" name to reflect its founder's central role in the company's vision and legacy.
The brand is renowned primarily for vacuum-tube amplification, particularly its legendary power amplifiers and preamplifiers. The 1989 Ongaku power amplifier stands as a watershed moment in high-end audio history, establishing Kondo's reputation for sonic refinement and technical innovation. The company also manufactures integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers like the iconic M7 Heritage, and proprietary capacitors—all produced through meticulous, point-to-point hand-wiring and manual assembly processes that prioritize component quality over production volume.
Kondo Audio Note Japan occupies the ultra-premium tier of the hi-fi market, commanding prices that reflect its artisanal manufacturing, exotic component selection, and uncompromising design philosophy. The brand appeals to dedicated audiophiles and collectors who value emotional engagement with music reproduction and are willing to invest substantially in equipment that combines technical excellence with aesthetic and sonic character. Its reputation rests on exclusivity, heritage, and an unwavering commitment to analog-era design principles adapted for contemporary listening.
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