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Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 DAC & Streamer Digital Analog Converter (DAC) Up for sale is my Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 DAC & Streamer, purchased brand new in 2022. I’m the first and only owner, and it’s in pristine, like-new condition The X-SABRE 3 is still the current flagship model in Matrix Audio’s lineup, celebrated as one of the most precise and technically accomplished DACs in its class. It delivers reference-level measurements that rival—and in some cases outperform—far more expensive gear. Built-in streamer for plug-and-play convenience – possibly the best DAC at my asking price. Only selli
Compared with the obvious alternative of waiting for a cleaner used X-Sabre 3 to come up, A$2,300 sits below the A$2,320 25th percentile and well under the A$2,823 median, so this reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. It is priced near the low end of recent AUD comparables, which leaves enough margin that a buyer can feel comfortable moving quickly if the unit is genuinely tidy.
That makes sense because this is a respected DAC: the X-Sabre 3 is known for a clean, resolving presentation, flexible digital inputs, and the kind of transparency that suits a serious system without sounding sterile. At A$2,300, the upside is getting flagship-level performance for less than the usual used asking band; if it’s complete and well cared for, it’s the sort of listing that tends to disappear fast.
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Matrix Audio traces its roots to Xi'an, China, where three high school classmates bonded over music and audio tinkering in the early 2000s. Their passion led to building homemade speakers during a 2001 summer holiday, evolving into formal collaboration after university in 2006 with the debut of the groundbreaking DAC DA-100Plus. The brand was officially registered in 2013 under Matrix Electronic Technology Co., LTD, embodying the founders' vision of balancing sonic precision and aesthetic harmony—reflected in the "matrix" name, drawn from mathematics, and their slogan "Into The Music."
The company specializes in high-performance digital audio source devices, starting with DACs and headphone amplifiers like the best-selling mini-i series. From 2016, they expanded into streaming solutions with companion apps, and by 2018 introduced integrated music streamers featuring power amplification, quad-core processors, and MA Player software. Today, their lineup emphasizes all-in-one Hi-Fi components that blend research, design, and manufacturing in-house, prioritizing seamless integration into modern homes.
Matrix Audio holds a strong position as a mid-to-high-end contender, prized for exceptional value, engineering excellence, and user-friendly execution that rivals legacy brands. Globally recognized for sound quality, build, and minimalist design, it appeals to discerning enthusiasts seeking complete digital ecosystems without complexity, earning acclaim from audiophiles worldwide.
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