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Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 in good condition with normal signs of wear. Purchased in 2021 at a local dealer. Comes with original packaging. Buyer pays shipping and applicable fees to USA. $575 OBO

Schiit Audio Jotunheim 2 with Multibit DAC module. Comes with original box and packaging. Selling this amp/dac individually for $375 obo, or as a set with my Aeon 2 for $900 obo.

Great condition XDuoo TA-20 + ECC82 spare tubes. Unit has approximtely 500 hrs of play time. Made a nice pairing with Ether CX but I no longer have those. So this can be sold $275 OBO. Comes with original box and packaging material. Buyer pays shipping.

It’s still available, let me know your offer!

Price reduction $2000 > $1900

These were purchased locally from dealer Acoustic Designs mid 2020 during the COVID lockdown. Original owner

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