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GOLDMUND MIMESIS 9STEREO FINALEPRESENT SLIGHT COSMETIC IMPERFECTIONSGREAT WORKING CONDITIONOPERATION 220 VOLTNO DOCUMENTSNO ORIGINAL PACKAGINGPALLET SHIPPING
US$7,277 is a touch above fair value and a bit ambitious versus the recent used cluster, but not wildly out of line. With a median of US$6,955 and a 75th percentile of US$7,116, this sits above the top of the typical range, so I’d want cleaner condition or stronger provenance to justify the premium.
The upside is that this is a seriously respected stereo amp: the Mimesis 9 has the kind of control, transparency, and effortless grip that still makes it a reference-level buy if you want real authority rather than flavor. If the unit is quiet, fully functional, and cosmetically decent, it’s the sort of piece that can be worth paying up for because good Goldmund ownership tends to age into scarcity; just verify service history, channel balance, and that all original accessories are present before paying the stretch.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Goldmund traces its origins to 1978, when two college students founded the company in France and unveiled the groundbreaking T3 servo-controlled tonearm, the world's first computer-controlled linear tracking design. This debut marked the start of a relentless pursuit of sonic perfection, with the brand soon relocating to Geneva, Switzerland, where it embraced "Swiss Made" precision and values of innovation, excellence, and passion. Named after a character in Hermann Hesse's Narcissus and Goldmund, the company has upheld these ideals for over four decades, evolving from humble beginnings into a beacon of audio craftsmanship.
The brand specializes in high-end categories that span the full audio chain, including revolutionary turntables like the Reference, iconic speakers such as the Apologue series exhibited at MoMA in New York, and powerhouse amplifiers like the Telos and NextGen lines. Goldmund also excels in DACs, preamplifiers, cables, and integrated systems, blending analog purity with cutting-edge digital wireless transmission. Every product reflects meticulous engineering, often pioneering proprietary technologies to eliminate distortion and deliver lifelike reproduction.
Positioned firmly at the pinnacle of the extreme high-end market, Goldmund commands a reputation among discerning audiophiles for defying conventional hi-fi norms and producing the most accurate, concert-like sound experiences available. Its handmade systems, synonymous with luxury and artistry, dominate niche luxury home audio and theater realms, backed by a legacy of boundary-pushing innovations that set the global gold standard.
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