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Master "deals" (massdrop, ebay, Amazon, etc.) Thread on Audio Product Sales

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Amazon has most of the Shure line of products (IEM's, microphones, even some really high end ones) for 22-28 percent off. If you just do a search for Shure and click "todays deals" you'll see them all.

On a side note, the air duster I got last month is on a big sale. Got one of these and use it for everything for keeping the dust down.

Topping DX3Pro+ used on Amazon for $119

Topping L30 II for $119 used on Amazon. I have one, every IEM owner should have one of these.

Topping E50 DAC for $170 used

SMSL SU-9 Pro version $399 used very good

SMSL D1se DAC $647 used

SMSL DO100 for 20 percent off coupon for new, or $179 used

SMSL HO200 headphone amplifier $279 used

SMSL AO200 Speaker amplifier $140 used
 
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Update alert, Apos has a silver Topping D30Pro for $254 with certified warranty. They discontinued this model and might be the last chance to get one since Amazon doesn't even have them anymore. Prices on eBay have rocketed up on them to $399 for a new one.

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TOPPING D30 Pro Desktop DAC (Apos Certified)

Elevate your audio setup with the Apos Certified Topping D30 Pro desktop DAC, a high-performance digital-to-analog converter designed to deliver pristine sound quality and precision. This certified refurbished DAC has been thoroughly tested and refurbished to meet like-new standards, ensuring...
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Performance-wise, I like the Topping E50 just as much, except the RCA cables to XLR usually needed, since adapters make it look like a rocket ship. $170 or so usually available like this one if you don't mind running them side by side with an A30Pro with 1.5ft cables.
 
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Ditto. I've bought several Apos Certified products and have had no issues- looked like new, new packaging with all accessories, etc.
 
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Been doing my daily sweep for buying stuff, here's the standout items available with best discounts first.

SMSL VMV D1se DAC $463 used

Topping A90 Amplifier $299 used

SMSL AO200 Amplifier (speaker) $140 used

THX Onyx portable DAC/Amp $124 used

Topping DX3Pro+ LDAC used $119

SMSL DO200 DAC used $279

Topping D30Pro DAC (discontinued so difficult to find, black) used $230

Topping D90LE DAC used $679

Topping D90SE (silver) used $707

SMSL M400 DAC $689 used

whew!
 
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AlexanderM said:
For Canada, KEF R3's, $1K off, $1998.00 pair.

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That sale price hits like 40 times a year. I would call it the actual sale price, as no one buys them full pop.
 
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Dunring said:
Couple just came up, together it's a ton of power for cheap:

Topping A30Pro used $179

Topping D10b DAC $109 used
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I bought a used silver Topping D10b DAC from HIFI College via Amazon recently (the last time it was noted it in this thread) but what was delivered was the D10 unbalanced DAC. I reported it immediately and returned it for full credit without difficulty. This looks like it could be the same device to me.

I ordered an additional item at the same time from HIFI College that was accurately described. Caveat emptor, I guess.
 
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Timso said:
I bought a used silver Topping D10b DAC from HIFI College via Amazon recently (the last time it was noted it in this thread) but what was delivered was the D10 unbalanced DAC. I reported it immediately and returned it for full credit without difficulty. This looks like it could be the same device to me.

I ordered an additional item at the same time from HIFI College that was accurately described. Caveat emptor, I guess.
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I've bought a dozen or so things from Hifi College and no problems, their used stuff always works. Aoshida was the nightmare, got six orders of amps and DACs in a row all in protection mode last year around the holidays. Then last month I tried again since the rep promised to fix the problem. The DX5 arrived broken so I give up on them. The Amazon return covers it, but wouldn't order anything used from them if it's important or time critical.
 
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I know as I try to stretch my dollars to review audio products, I love to take advantage of sales. Massdrop has become my favorite as of late but there are also other sources such as one-day discounts at ebay, etc. Some companies also have sales, "B" stock, etc.

Timing is very important on these sales so it is important to get notification of them in time to act. For that reason I thought I create this thread for members to post links to interesting products to membership that have sales going on.

Of course pure spam and product promotion by manufacturer are disallowed.

It is also OK to post this information in the relative threads for the products (e.g. the ones I review). But also put a link here for general reference.

Thanks in advance for everyone's contributions. :)
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I made an Amazon list for it. The Superlux tend to be very bright though the 668B are warmer. The Samsons are warm with a fairly relaxed sound. The Rockville are a bit like Sony MDR 7506 and have a nice package - hardshell case, velour and pleather pads, good cord and adapter. All are comfortable and sound good. I suppose I could add some if good deals are good headphones about $100 or less in which case I could add AKG 361, Sony MDR 7506, Shure SRH 440, Philips SPH 9500

 
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Music Direct 15% off open box and B-stock
MDP15 thru Monday @11:59pm central

Equipment | Shop Music Direct

www.musicdirect.com www.musicdirect.com

Best speaker deal I am seeing is the B-stock Revel F206 tower in Walnut
$1010 each -15%
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Revel - F206 Tower Speaker (Walnut, Each) **B-STOCK**

The world's largest online retailer of high-end audio, audiophile music, and accessories. We specialize in vinyl records and turntables.
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Current stuff I've come across during the daily check:

64Audio B Stock sale (VERY expensive IEM's 30 percent off)
www.64audio.com

B-Stock

B-Stock/Open-Box Products * Products may have cosmetic defects, sonically identical to retail units. - Retail packaging and accessories included- 6-Month Limited warranty - Final Sale/Non-Refundable B-Stock/Open-Box Products * Products may have cosmetic defects, sonically identical to retail...
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SMSL DO200 MKII
Used - Like New
$351

Topping D10s DAC
Used - Good
$80.00

Adorama has the discount search page, linking to the item removes the discount, so check the listing result.
Sennheiser HD800s new $1199
Focal Elegia $299

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iFi xDSD Portable Bluetooth DAC and Headphone Amplifier $250

Westone Audio W20 Dual-Driver True-Fit Earphones $109
 
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Amazon USA is currently selling a 'new' pair of ELAC UB5 stand mount loudspeakers for $274.42 and Amazon Warehouse is currently selling used pairs starting at $237.64.


I owned a pair and and agree with Amir's assessment that the ELAC UB5 can go loud with good bass response

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This is a review and detailed measurements of the Elac BS U5 "slim" 3-way coaxial speaker. It is on kind loan from a member. The U5 costs US US $856/pair everywhere so must have price control. I have read that it is designed for the European market with slimmer face and "modern" colors (black...
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I consider the ELAC UB5 to be the 'poor man's' KEF R3
 
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Some pretty good stuff this time.

Topping A50S Headphone Amplifier used $82

Monolith 133304 Liquid Spark Headphone Amplifier $60 used

Monolith Liquid Gold X Balanced Headphone Amplifier $442

SMSL HO200 $259 used

SMSL DO200 MKII MQA DAC $328

KGUSS Mini Audio Component Rack for Amp/DAC stacks $26.50 used

Topping D30 Pro Full Balanced DAC $200 used

Topping D30 Pro Full Balanced DAC $200 used

SMSL VMV D1se Hi-res MQA DAC ES9038PRO used $503

SMSL AO200 Digital Power Amplifier $140 used

S.M.S.L SH-6 Amp $100 used

SMSL DO100 USB DAC ES9038Q2Mx2 used $167
 
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Jdunk54nl said:
Best buy dropped the price of the kef r stuff more
$1099 for a pair of r3's!
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The rest are 50% off now too at BB - but given the price increase of some of the metas these are less than half price the meta price

R2C - $650 (50% off msrp) vs $1400 for meta (54% less)
R5 - $1650 a pair (50% off msrp) vs $4000 for meta (59% less)
R7 - $2250 a pair (50% off msrp) vs $5000 for meta (55% less)
R11 - $3300 a pair in walnut only, other colors are more $$ (45% off msrp) vs $6500 for meta (49% less)
 
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