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Angeboten wird „Heed Obelisk DA dac“ von Heed als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 9050135632 endet am 08.07.2026 um 09:28 Uhr.
The Heed Obelisk DA, a compact and punchy DAC from the early 2000s British brand, typically trades used in the €600-€3,000 range based on recent EUR listings, with a median around €2,400—reflecting demand for its clean, detailed sound in minimalist setups. At €600 in good condition, this ask sits at the low 25th percentile, making it a genuine bargain if the unit checks out, well below fair market for a functional example.
Before biting, verify the display and digital inputs (coax/optical) for dropout or noise—common on these aging boards—and test USB compatibility if modded, as stock versions predate modern async standards. Insist on the original PS2 power supply and remote; missing these halves resale value. Probe the seller on service history to dodge recap jobs.
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Heed Audio emerged from the passion of Hungarian hi-fi enthusiast Zsolt Huszti, who during the Iron Curtain era imported and tinkered with British audio gear like Ion Systems and Nytech designs. Founded in 1993 in Budapest, the brand debuted with the Obelisk integrated amplifier, its circuitry rooted in the concepts of the late Richard Hay, founder of those pioneering marques. Huszti, now owner and chief designer, named it "Heed"—the Hungarian word for bridge (híd), pronounced "heed"—reflecting its bridged output topology and ambition to connect listeners directly to music.
The company specializes in compact, high-performance amplification, including the enduring Obelisk series integrated amps, along with phono stages like the Questar and Quasar, which earned acclaim for synergy with Rega turntables. Heed also produces DACs, CD transports, speakers, and select accessories, all designed and manufactured in-house with global parts. Casework, once UK-sourced, now comes from top Hungarian metalworkers for precision and consistency.
Heed occupies a niche boutique position in the high-end market, prized by European cognoscenti for its "forget hi-fi—remember music" ethos: handcrafted gear delivering sonic purity, musicality, and engagement without ostentation. With a small team in Budapest, it commands respect for unpretentious excellence, bridging vintage-inspired circuits with modern refinement.
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