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Angeboten wird „Bartok 2.0 mit KHV“ von DCS als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Streaming Transport mit integriertem DAC“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 3093953253 endet am 06.07.2026 um 09:18 Uhr.
Listed in good condition, this dCS Bartok 2.0 (Digital) at EUR 7,390 looks like a genuine bargain against the typical used market. Recent comparable EUR listings show a median asking price of EUR 10,946, with the 25th percentile at EUR 9,170 and 75th at EUR 12,438—putting this well below even the low end, assuming solid cosmetics and full functionality.
Before biting, verify the firmware is updated to the latest 2.0 spec, as early units can have clocking glitches if not revised. Confirm inclusion of the original power cord, remote, and USB stick with manuals/software—missing these often signals resale flips. Test digital outputs thoroughly for dropouts, a known Bartok quirk under heavy load.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
dCS: British Digital Audio Pioneer
dCS (Data Conversion Systems) was established in Cambridge, England in 1987, emerging from a background in advanced signal processing and radar systems for aerospace applications including RAF Harrier and Typhoon aircraft. This foundation in hard science and digital engineering has defined the company's trajectory from electronics consultancy to specialist audio manufacturer. The company transitioned to consumer audio in 1989 with the 900 ADC, an analogue-to-digital converter for professional studios, and by 1996 launched the Elgar, claimed to be the first 24-bit high-resolution DAC for the domestic hi-fi market.
dCS specializes exclusively in digital audio conversion technology, with their product range centered on DACs (digital-to-analogue converters) and associated digital processing components. Every product incorporates the company's proprietary Ring DAC technology, a hallmark of their engineering approach. Rather than diversifying into amplifiers, speakers, or other categories, dCS has maintained singular focus on mastering the conversion and playback of digital audio signals with maximum fidelity.
The brand occupies the ultra-premium, high-end segment of the audio market, positioning itself among the world's most respected specialist manufacturers. All products are hand-assembled in-house at their Cambridge facility by a dedicated team of designers and technicians. dCS commands significant respect among professional recording engineers and discerning audiophiles seeking uncompromising digital audio performance, representing a rare example of a British hi-fi company that has sustained innovation and manufacturing excellence over nearly four decades.
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