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A$1,051 is ambitiously overpriced for a used Cyrus ONE, sitting well above the A$875 75th percentile for comparable AUD listings. The median used price is A$636, with the 25th percentile at A$243; this listing exceeds even the top of the typical used range by roughly A$176, making it a poor value unless the unit is pristine, original-owner condition with rare accessories.
The Cyrus ONE is a respected entry-level Class D integrated amplifier delivering 2×100W into 6Ω, aptX Bluetooth, and a built-in MM phono stage—ideal for compact systems or vinyl beginners. Its compact size (220×390mm), 5.6kg weight, and solid build from Frank Harvey HiFi Excellence add to its appeal. However, at this price, buyers should verify condition, ensure no missing accessories, and confirm it’s not an older model with known wear, as the cost demands near-new integrity.
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Cyrus Audio: Heritage and Philosophy
Cyrus Audio emerged in 1984 as a specialist electronics brand spun off from loudspeaker manufacturer Mission, with the goal of creating amplifiers to complement Mission speakers. Founded under the direction of Peter Bartlett, a veteran from NAD, the company established its identity with the Cyrus One integrated amplifier—a half-width design featuring the distinctive "control lip" that remains iconic in audiophile circles today. The brand quickly positioned itself as a pioneer in compact, high-performance audio, and later became one of the first manufacturers to champion the Compact Disc format through its partnership with Philips in the early 1980s. After separating from Mission in the 1990s, Bartlett returned Cyrus to private ownership, where it remains independently operated from its Cambridgeshire headquarters.
Cyrus has maintained unwavering focus as a two-channel hi-fi specialist, eschewing multiroom or surround formats. The company's product portfolio centers on integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, CD players, digital-to-analog converters, and power supplies—all engineered around the principle of delivering high-end sound quality in compact form factors. The brand also pioneered networked audio, developing early high-performance music servers that demonstrated premium sound could be achieved in convenient, integrated packages.
Today, Cyrus occupies a distinctive position as a boutique, high-end British manufacturer that prioritizes sonic excellence and longevity over market size. Under current CEO Nick Clarke, the company continues evolving its Classic series—refined continuously since 1983—and the XR series, developed from scratch using cutting-edge DAC technology and UK manufacturing. Cyrus products consistently earn critical acclaim and industry awards, appealing to discerning audiophiles who value British engineering, meticulous design, and uncompromising sound quality over mass-market accessibility.
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