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AURALiC S1 Vega and S1 Pure Power PSU Digital Analog Converter (DAC) Selling a new Vega S1. Opened for testing. Replaced by the distributor and just got the NEW unit this week from Audio Connection (where i bought the older one this year). It had an issue when connected to the pure power.With the new Vega, both are working and sound great.The pure psu is used. Bought second hand.Selling both for $1.8k as I am using a different dac and streamer now. Back to separates.Can be auditioned here at St Peters 2044.Both come with boxes and accessories. Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: Cash, pay
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AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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