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Angeboten wird „DCS Vivaldi DAC Non-APEX Silver“ von DCS als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „D/A Wandler“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 17457344 endet am 24.07.2026 um 21:56 Uhr.
At €14,400, this used dCS Vivaldi DAC in good EUR condition is a strong bargain, landing just below the 25th percentile of €14,640 from our database of five recent comparable listings, where the median sits at €19,653. This price is significantly under the typical used market, offering immediate value compared to the 75th percentile of €19,933.
The Vivaldi DAC remains a top-tier reference for digital playback, renowned for its seamless timing, deep black backgrounds, and ability to resolve micro-details without fatigue. At this price, you’re acquiring a unit that typically retails new for around €34,999, making this an exceptional entry into the dCS ecosystem. With good condition noted and no red flags mentioned, this is a buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking flagship performance without the flagship cost.
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dCS: British Digital Audio Pioneer
dCS (Data Conversion Systems) was established in Cambridge, England in 1987, emerging from a background in advanced signal processing and radar systems for aerospace applications including RAF Harrier and Typhoon aircraft. This foundation in hard science and digital engineering has defined the company's trajectory from electronics consultancy to specialist audio manufacturer. The company transitioned to consumer audio in 1989 with the 900 ADC, an analogue-to-digital converter for professional studios, and by 1996 launched the Elgar, claimed to be the first 24-bit high-resolution DAC for the domestic hi-fi market.
dCS specializes exclusively in digital audio conversion technology, with their product range centered on DACs (digital-to-analogue converters) and associated digital processing components. Every product incorporates the company's proprietary Ring DAC technology, a hallmark of their engineering approach. Rather than diversifying into amplifiers, speakers, or other categories, dCS has maintained singular focus on mastering the conversion and playback of digital audio signals with maximum fidelity.
The brand occupies the ultra-premium, high-end segment of the audio market, positioning itself among the world's most respected specialist manufacturers. All products are hand-assembled in-house at their Cambridge facility by a dedicated team of designers and technicians. dCS commands significant respect among professional recording engineers and discerning audiophiles seeking uncompromising digital audio performance, representing a rare example of a British hi-fi company that has sustained innovation and manufacturing excellence over nearly four decades.
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