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GOLDMUND MIMESIS 27REFERENCE PREAMPSLIGHT SIGNS OF USEGREAT WORKING CONDITIONORIGINAL REMOTE CONTROL INCLUDEDNO DOCUMENTS AND ORIGINAL PACKAGINGFOR EXTRA U.E. SHIPMENTS CUSTOMS DUTIES PAYABLE BY BUYER
At US$5,797, this sits well below the US$6,941 25th percentile and far under the US$8,084 median for recent comps, so it reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. Against that market, the pricing looks notably buyer-friendly.
The Mimesis 27 is respected for the sort of preamp qualities people buy Goldmund for: low-noise control, clean line-level transparency, and a very refined, fast presentation that can let a revealing system breathe. If the unit is intact and functioning properly, the upside is real; at this price, I’d mainly confirm clean operation, all inputs/outputs working, and whether the listing includes the power supply, remote, or any original accessories that matter for value.
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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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