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Angeboten wird „CDP 102“ von Classé Audio als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „CD Geräte“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 666601162 endet am 13.07.2026 um 15:34 Uhr.
For a player of this generation, timing matters mostly as a question of maintenance, not spec chasing: the Classé is long past mainstream service life, but €1,000 sits in the fair-to-strong range if it’s healthy and complete. Typical used pricing for this model is roughly €800–€1,200, so this asking price is about middle market rather than a steal, but still reasonable for a well-kept example.
What makes it appealing is Classé’s usual strengths: a smooth, weighty presentation, very good build quality, and a transport/DAC section that still earns respect among Red Book CD fans. It’s a good buy if the laser reads reliably, the drawer is quiet, and the remote/manual are included. At this age, I’d want proof it loads discs quickly and tracks without hesitation, but a clean, serviced unit at this price is worth a serious look.
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Classé Audio emerged from Canada in 1979, founded by music enthusiast Mike Viglas in partnership with engineer David Reich. Frustrated by unreliable high-end electronics during a demonstration, Viglas sought superior performance, leading to the company's debut product: the DR-2, a 25-watt-per-channel Class A stereo amplifier launched in 1980. This pure Class A design not only inspired the brand's name but also established its early reputation for open, natural sound and unwavering reliability, with headquarters just outside Montréal.
The brand specializes in high-performance electronics, excelling in amplifiers, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and processors for both music and home theater systems. Early models set the tone for authoritative power delivery, evolving into robust units delivering 250-300 watts per channel while maintaining sonic finesse. Classé has consistently prioritized no-compromise research and manufacturing, focusing on components that deliver theater-grade dynamics and musical precision without venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Classé commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its Canadian heritage and build quality, once handcrafted in Quebec. Acquired by the B&W Group in 2001 and later by Sound United in 2018, it remains a benchmark for reliable, powerful electronics that prioritize longevity and uncolored reproduction, appealing to buyers seeking investment-grade hi-fi.
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