# Premium audio preamp costs more than a fancy sports car

Wired highlights a high-end audio preamp priced above a fancy sports car. The article examines the device and whether its performance justifies the extreme cost. It matters mainly to audiophiles and luxury audio buyers rather than a broad audience.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/goldmund-preamp-costs-more-than-a-sports-car/) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0000