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Compared with the obvious alternative of holding out for a cleaner used unit around the median, US$240 is a solid buy here: it lands below the US$242 25th percentile and well under the US$277 median, so this is a genuine bargain rather than just “reasonable.” It is not a screaming anomaly, but it is priced on the buyer-friendly side of the market.
That makes sense for a well-liked tube amp that many buyers chase for its spacious, musical presentation and excellent pairing with high-impedance dynamics or especially efficient planars. The upside is straightforward: if the unit is healthy and complete, you’re getting a respected Class A-ish desktop amp at a price that leaves room for tubes or small accessory gaps. I’d mainly verify functional noise, tube hours, and whether the power supply and stock tubes are included.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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