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Angeboten wird „Kagura“ von Kondo als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Röhren-Endverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 4860377210 endet am 06.07.2026 um 06:16 Uhr.
Is this one priced like a serious opportunity? At €79,950, it sits just above the current typical used market anchor of €78,114, and a touch over the €79,522 75th percentile, so I’d call it slightly ambitious rather than out of line. It’s not a bargain, but it’s close enough to the core of the range that the condition and completeness can justify it.
That’s still a very desirable piece if you want top-tier Japanese tube-driven power and the big, holographic, highly textured AN presentation these amps are known for. The real upside is scarcity: clean examples don’t surface often, and good cosmetics with careful ownership matter a lot here. If the listing includes the right power cord, manual, and evidence of recent servicing, it’s a credible buy for a serious system.
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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