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AURALiC Vega S1 Streamer (Music) I'm selling my Auralic Vega S1 streaming dac along with S1 external purer power-supply. The streaming dac and the power supply are both purchased locally and they're only 2 month old. Both are in mint condition and perfect working order. I have all the original packaging and accessories for both units. Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: PayPal, EFT Region/State: (WA) Western Australia/Australia By Samue T 2 Comments AUD $4,200 Date: October 29, 2025Oct 29
This A$4,200 asking price is ambitious, sitting well above the A$2,556 75th percentile for recent used AUD listings of the AURALiC Vega S1. The median market value is A$2,447, meaning this listing costs roughly A$1,750 more than typical used deals, even factoring in its like-new condition. While new retail prices in Australia have hovered around A$2,995 for ex-display units and A$3,995 for new stock, paying A$4,200 for a used unit exceeds current new-market value significantly.
The Vega S1 remains a highly regarded streaming DAC that replaces a streamer, preamp, and standalone DAC, delivering resolution rivaling much more expensive units via its proprietary Fusion DAC and femto clock. It handles lossless formats up to 384kHz/32bit PCM and is Roon Ready, offering genuine all-in-one convenience with balanced play and galvanic isolation. However, at this price point, buyers should verify if the optional external power supply is included, as the combo set typically approaches A$3,000 new; without it, the value proposition weakens considerably against cheaper new alternatives.
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AURALiC was founded in 2009 by Xuanqian Wang and operated as a Hong Kong-based digital-audio specialist. The company built its reputation around the philosophy that high-fidelity audio should be accessible to serious listeners rather than confined to ultra-luxury markets. Though headquartered in Asia, AURALiC maintained a global distribution network and cultivated a dedicated following among audiophiles worldwide.
The brand specialized in digital streaming components and high-resolution audio sources, with their product lineup centered on network streamers such as the Altair, Aries, and Vega models, alongside digital-to-analog converters and integrated streaming solutions. AURALiC positioned itself in the premium mid-to-high-end segment, offering feature-rich, sonically accomplished products that combined innovative technology with thoughtful industrial design. Their ecosystem approach—pairing hardware with mobile control applications—appealed to listeners seeking convenience without compromising sound quality.
AURALiC ceased operations in September 2025 following an 80% sales collapse in that year. The company's decline resulted from converging pressures: US tariff barriers that suspended American sales, intensifying competition from budget streaming alternatives, economic contraction in China, and mounting software-development costs. Founder Wang's departure in January 2025 preceded the company's final dissolution, leaving owners of its premium products without ongoing support or software updates—a cautionary reminder of the vulnerabilities facing even well-regarded independent audio brands.
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