RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Compared with the obvious alternative of a new entry-level amp, this sits below the going used market: at US$130, it is under the US$142 25th percentile and well below the US$190 median, so this reads as a strong deal rather than just a fair ask. It is not the absolute cheapest level, but it is cheap enough that a clean unit should move quickly.
The appeal here is straightforward: this model is a well-liked, made-in-USA solid-state amp with a punchy, full-bodied sound and enough current to make many headphones feel properly driven. It also doubles as a useful preamp, which adds flexibility on a desk or in a small two-channel setup. At this price, the main thing to confirm is basic working order and whether the volume pot is quiet, but if it is healthy, this is a very easy buy.
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.
See all Schiit Audio listings on RADAR.
