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Denafrips Ares 2 or Enyo looking for a Denafrips Ares 2 or Enyo used for a second system.Happy to pay market price Condition: Used Payment Method: Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By jackrinse 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $800 Date: March 18Mar 18
At A$800, this sits right on top of the current used-market median of A$798, so it reads as fair rather than cheap or ambitious. With only five recent comps, the spread is tight too: A$724 at the 25th percentile and A$798 at the 75th, so this is basically market-clearing pricing for an Ares 2.
That makes it a sensible buy if you want a well-regarded ladder DAC without stretching for new-stock money. The Ares 2 is prized for a dense, natural tone and strong value versus pricier DACs, so the real upside is getting that character in a straightforward used package. Since condition is unknown, I’d mainly want reassurance on remote, original box, and that it powers up cleanly with no channel imbalance or input issues.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Denafrips emerged in 2012 from Guangzhou, China, founded by Mr. Zhao, an electronics engineer with a Bachelor’s degree and over 15 years at a major OEM manufacturer. Raised amid a family of trained engineers, Zhao launched the brand as a modest five-person venture in the Panyu district, where it has since expanded into a 15,000-square-foot facility employing 40 to 90 staff. All research, development, assembly, quality control, and most manufacturing occur in-house, embodying a commitment to self-reliance in a hub of high-end audio production.
The brand specializes in proprietary discrete R-2R digital-to-analog converters (DACs), its cornerstone products, alongside CD transports, digital-to-digital converters, preamplifiers, power amplifiers, and headphone amplifiers. This lineup, grown from four initial DACs to over a dozen, prioritizes analog-like warmth and natural timbre over sterile measurements, with the name Denafrips acronymizing values like Dynamic, Exquisite, Natural, Attractive, Fidelity, Refined, Intoxicating, Pure, and Sophisticated.
Denafrips holds a strong position in the high-end audiophile market, celebrated for innovative engineering, meticulous craftsmanship, and exceptional value that challenges pricier Western rivals. Positive reviews and owner feedback worldwide affirm its sonic prowess, backed by a three-year warranty and direct-to-consumer sales, cementing its status as a Chinese pioneer delivering refined digital purity without inflated premiums.
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