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This US$300 asking price for a used Classe CA-5200 is an undeniable bargain, sitting far below the 25th percentile of US$1,966 and the median of US$3,532 from recent comparable listings. Even if the unknown condition introduces risk, the price is so aggressively low that it represents a massive upside opportunity for any hi-fi enthusiast willing to inspect the unit.
The CA-5200 is a revered 5-channel power amplifier from Classe’s Delta series, delivering 200W per channel into 8 ohms and nearly 400W into 4 ohms, with legendary refinement and control for home theater. Its 121-pound build, ultra-low THD of 0.003%, and 108dB signal-to-noise ratio make it a powerhouse for multichannel audio. At US$300, this is a buy-now deal for a unit that originally retailed for US$8,000, offering genuine high-end performance at a fraction of its former value.
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Classé Audio emerged from Canada in 1979, founded by music enthusiast Mike Viglas in partnership with engineer David Reich. Frustrated by unreliable high-end electronics during a demonstration, Viglas sought superior performance, leading to the company's debut product: the DR-2, a 25-watt-per-channel Class A stereo amplifier launched in 1980. This pure Class A design not only inspired the brand's name but also established its early reputation for open, natural sound and unwavering reliability, with headquarters just outside Montréal.
The brand specializes in high-performance electronics, excelling in amplifiers, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and processors for both music and home theater systems. Early models set the tone for authoritative power delivery, evolving into robust units delivering 250-300 watts per channel while maintaining sonic finesse. Classé has consistently prioritized no-compromise research and manufacturing, focusing on components that deliver theater-grade dynamics and musical precision without venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Classé commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its Canadian heritage and build quality, once handcrafted in Quebec. Acquired by the B&W Group in 2001 and later by Sound United in 2018, it remains a benchmark for reliable, powerful electronics that prioritize longevity and uncolored reproduction, appealing to buyers seeking investment-grade hi-fi.
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