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Wonderful clean effortless power. I could not find a better amp for my Martin Logans. I have owned this amp for more than 20 years. I have had it professionally checked out and adjusted recently prior to sale. I have gone a different direction with my sound, so this is now for sale. I can demonst...
At A$1,450, this looks like a solid buy rather than a stretch: the ECI-1 is an older but respected integrated, and the going used figures I can see sit a bit above this, with typical asks around the A$1,500–A$1,700 mark depending on condition and market. So this is comfortably in fair-value territory, and if it’s as clean as stated it edges toward a good deal.
What makes it worth a look is the ECI-1’s appeal as a musical, full-bodied amp with real dual-mono pedigree and enough drive to suit a wide range of speakers. It’s one of those older Electrocompaniet pieces buyers keep returning to for its smooth, powerful presentation and solid build. If you can audition it and confirm it’s quiet, switches cleanly, and hasn’t developed age-related faults, it’s a very sensible used purchase.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Electrocompaniet: Norwegian Heritage in High-End Audio
Electrocompaniet was founded in 1973 by Per "Abe" Abrahamsen, a Norwegian engineer and musician who co-created the company alongside broadcaster and producer Svein Erik Børja. The brand emerged from a vision to build transistor amplifiers based on the theoretical work of Finnish researcher Dr. Matti Otala. From its inception, Electrocompaniet has remained rooted in Norway, with design, assembly, and component sourcing centered in the Stavanger region. This commitment to local manufacturing and Norwegian engineering principles continues to define the company's identity and sonic character more than five decades later.
The brand is recognized primarily for power amplifiers and integrated amplifiers, which established its reputation beginning with the acclaimed 25-watt amplifier of the 1970s. Electrocompaniet's product portfolio has expanded to include CD players, streamers, turntables, and speakers—all classified by the company as "fine audio instruments" designed to reproduce music with natural fidelity. Each component is manufactured in Norway and exported to over fifty countries worldwide, reflecting the company's commitment to maintaining production standards and quality control at home.
Electrocompaniet occupies the high-end audio market, earning respect among discerning audiophiles, recording engineers, and major studios for nearly five decades. The brand is positioned as Norway's largest manufacturer of premium hi-fi equipment, with a legacy built on technical excellence and sonic purity rather than mass-market appeal. Despite ownership changes and industry challenges, Electrocompaniet continues to release flagship products under technical leadership trained by founder Abrahamsen, maintaining its standing as a serious contender in the luxury audio segment.
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