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iFi Audio Micro iTube 2 Pre Amplifier Ifi Micro iTube 2 Vacuum Tube Buffer and PreampIn excellent condition with no issues or damage whatsoever. Has been sitting around collecting dust so looking to move it on. Condition: Excellent Payment Method: EFT, Cash on Pickup Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By cooper9797 1 Comments Secure Ad AUD $300 Date: February 7Feb 7
The iFi Micro iTube 2 is a niche tube buffer/preamp that pops up infrequently on the used market, prized by enthusiasts for warming up digital sources without breaking the bank. Recent comps from 14 similar listings peg the median sold price at AUD$182, with a 25th-75th percentile range of AUD$108-267—solid benchmarks for units in decent shape.
At AUD$300 with unknown condition, this ask feels ambitious, likely 60-70% over median unless it's pristine with original packaging. Buyers should verify tube life (replacements run AUD$50-80 each and wear out after 2,000-5,000 hours), check for hum/noise from aging capacitors, and confirm inclusions like the wall wart PSU, RCA cables, and 6.3mm adapter—missing these could justify negotiating down hard.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
iFi Audio is a British hi-fi technology company founded in 2012 by Abbingdon Music Research (AMR), a prestigious manufacturer of high-end electronics based in Southport, England. The venture was conceived as a way to democratize advanced AMR engineering by applying proprietary technologies developed for premium home audio to portable, more affordable devices. This strategic pivot proved remarkably successful, establishing iFi as a bridge between audiophile-grade sound quality and accessible pricing.
The brand specializes in portable and desktop audio components, with a product portfolio exceeding 50 devices spanning DACs, headphone amplifiers, Bluetooth streamers, music players, power conditioners, and cables. Flagship products include the iDSD Micro, Hip DAC, xDSD, and xCAN amplifier, all engineered to deliver high-resolution audio support and studio-quality fidelity in compact form factors. iFi has also gained recognition for innovation in wireless audio, notably with their GO Pods earphones featuring xMEMS technology and their Bluetooth-enabled DAC/amp solutions.
iFi occupies a distinctive mid-to-premium market position, offering audiophile-caliber performance at entry-level to mid-tier pricing. The company sources components globally from Germany, Japan, and the USA, and employs proprietary technologies such as PureWave balanced circuitry to minimize noise and distortion. Rather than competing in the ultra-luxury segment, iFi targets discerning listeners who demand measurable sonic improvement without premium price tags, making it a trusted choice for both portable and desktop audio enthusiasts.
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