This Altair G2.1 presents in 8/10 condition — well cared for with no noted cosmetic defects, though please refer to the photos for a complete picture of the unit's exterior. Original packaging is included, which is uncommon for this model in the used market. No accessories beyond the box are on hand; the WiFi/BT antennas and USB cable should be confirmed at time of pickup or shipping.
The Altair G2.1 is Auralic's fully integrated all-in-one source component: streaming DAC, analog preamplifier, MM phono stage, and headphone output in a single Unity Chassis II enclosure. It runs on Auralic's Tesla G2 platform with dual femtosecond clocks, Class A Orfeo output modules, and a resistive ladder analog volume control. Roon Ready, supports Qobuz, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, and AirPlay. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs. The G2.1 has since been succeeded by the G2.2, which makes clean used examples like this a straightforward entry point into the G2.1 ecosystem at a meaningful discount.
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Auralic was founded in 2009 in Beijing by Xuanqian Wang and Yuan Wang, driven by a shared passion for music and a focus on high-resolution digital audio. The company built its reputation on products like the original Vega DAC and Aries streaming bridge — both well-regarded reference points in the streaming era — and has continued developing its proprietary Lightning platform, which covers streaming, server, and control functions across the full product line. Auralic designs its own processors and output circuitry, with an emphasis on long-term firmware support for products already in the field.
