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This US$380 asking price is fair for a used Audeze DECKARD, sitting just above the median of US$365 from recent comparable listings, though it remains comfortably below the 75th percentile of US$405. While the unit is now discontinued (introduced around 2015–2016 with a retail price near US$699–US$995 depending on source), this listing doesn’t feel ambitious; it reflects steady, realistic used-market value for a still-respected entry-level desktop amp/DAC.
The DECKARD remains well-regarded for its low distortion (0.00045% THD+N), Class A operation delivering ~4W into high-res planars like the LCD-X, and solid high-res DAC support up to 384 kHz. At this price, it’s a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts wanting a compact, clean desktop solution without modern overspend, especially if it includes the original box and accessories as many used units do. No major caveats apply at this price point unless condition is questionable.
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Audeze emerged in 2008 from a modest garage in Southern California's Orange County, USA, where founders including CEO Sankar Thiagasamundram and CTO Dr. Dragoslav Colich drew inspiration from a "2001: A Space Odyssey" poster—altering its spelling to evoke a "journey through audio." The company's origin traces to an encounter with an ex-NASA scientist whose flexible circuit material, originally for spacecraft, proved ideal for planar magnetic diaphragms, sparking a revolution in headphone design rooted in advanced materials science.
Audeze specializes in premium headphones, leveraging proprietary planar magnetic drivers and patented technologies like those in the LCD Origins series for unparalleled sound reproduction. Hand-assembled in their California facility, these open-back and closed-back models target audiophiles, Grammy-winning engineers, eSports pros, and gaming enthusiasts, with innovations extending to AI-powered spatial audio—eschewing amplifiers, speakers, or ancillary gear like DACs and cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Audeze commands respect as the most-awarded headphone brand worldwide, lauded for precision craftsmanship and the most accurate sound available. Its 2023 acquisition by Sony Interactive Entertainment bolsters PlayStation audio innovation while preserving independent multi-platform development, cementing its status among discerning buyers seeking uncompromised fidelity.
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