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Angeboten wird „PS Audio DirectStream Power Plant P15 – High-End Stromregenerator“ von PS Audio als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Netzteile / Stromversorgung“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 2593776094 endet am 28.07.2026 um 08:18 Uhr.
At €3,800, this PS Audio DIRECTSTREAM (assumed Mk1) sits just above the €3,595 median for recent EUR listings, making it a fair price rather than a bargain, though it still undercuts the €4,224 75th percentile. Compared to the obvious alternative at this range—the used Denafrips Terminator or entry dCS units often found near €3k, this is a solid mid-tier option if you value PS Audio’s DSD-native architecture and network flexibility.
The DIRECTSTREAM is well-regarded for converting all inputs to pure DSD and delivering smooth, analog-like sound with Class A+ Stereophile validation. Its upside includes robust network streaming, frequent firmware updates, and a reputation for reliability in long-term ownership. Since the condition is listed as “good” and the price is near median, there’s no urgent red flag; this is a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts prioritizing DSD performance and a proven digital front end without splurging on the €7,999 Mk2.
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PS Audio, a pioneering American hi-fi brand, traces its roots to 1973 when co-founder Paul McGowan launched the company in California alongside Stan Warren. Emerging from the analog golden age, it debuted with a standalone phono preamplifier, reflecting McGowan's early passion for vinyl playback honed through radio station connections and encounters with audio enthusiasts. The brand quickly evolved, embracing digital audio in the 1980s by releasing one of the first high-end CD players, the PS Audio CD-1, soon after Philips and Sony introduced the format.
Today, PS Audio specializes in premium electronics, including power amplifiers, preamplifiers, digital-to-analog converters (DACs), and integrated amplifiers, with a hallmark focus on power conditioning via innovative AC regenerators known as Power Plants. These devices, born from Stan Warren's mid-1980s discovery that oversized transformers enhance audio performance, remain a cornerstone. The lineup also encompasses digital lenses for refining streaming and disc playback, alongside select analog components, though it eschews speakers, headphones, turntables, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, PS Audio commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its bold engineering and unwavering pursuit of musical purity. Celebrating 50 years in 2023, it occupies a niche as an innovator rather than a mass-market player, appealing to buyers who prioritize transformative power delivery and digital refinement in sophisticated systems.
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