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What is your favorite budget audio component?

Just wondering for the sake of curiosity and general sharing and education among audiophiles, “What is your favorite budget audio component?” And as a bonus, “Why do you consider it budget and why is it good?” 
Since budget might be relative, I would say audio gear like MBL, Wilson MAXX speakers or anything ultra high end should not be considered.

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mesch
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Buying used makes for many a budget audio component.

The original Audio Alchemy 'DAC in a BOX' I bought used on Ebay for $50. I pair it with a Schiit Vahalla headphone amp. Of course I use a M2Tech Hiface USB/SPDIF converter when using computer. 


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fsdaron
18 posts
 
My Wild Burro Betsy open baffle speakers
czarivey
5,664 posts
 
Mac 1900 receiver. $400...900 depending on condition.
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toddverrone
840 posts
 
@mesch I just got rid of mine when I sold my Yamaha disc changer on eBay...

That was definitely a good DAC!

My bargain - my class D monoblocks. ICEpower 500asp modules, quality connectors, nice case.. $600 for the pair.
nutty
2,659 posts
 
October 2016, Anthem I225 Integrated amp - $900. From Parts connexion with new Mundorf AG Capacitors. 1 year warranty. Still have the original Blue Nichicon Capacitors.

New 1.5 meter Cardas Golden Reference Power cable and (1) pair- New 1 meter Cardas Golden Reference XLR interconnects for 55% off, also from Chris at Parts Connexion- $800 all in shipped.

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