AUDIOPHILIA'S STORY
A Hi-Fi Journey Rooted in Passion
It all began in a small Italian town when, as an eight-year-old boy, I was given a modest radio bundled with washing powder. That unassuming gift became my first owned audio component, igniting a lifelong fascination with music and sound reproduction that still drives me today.
After moving to Scotland in 1997, I followed my heart into studying audio-visual technologies, where I developed a profound appreciation for how music is recorded, processed, and ultimately recreated through quality equipment. This technical foundation, combined with my enduring passion, led me to establish Audiophilia as an international online business specializing in premium pre-owned hi-fi.
What began as a solo venture evolved into something greater. In May 2016, we opened our physical showroom in Edinburgh’s Bruntsfield neighbourhood – a natural progression from online trader to trusted local specialist. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless customers discover their perfect sound.
“The perfect system does exist, after all: it is the one you can afford, the one that fits your criteria, space and budget—be it at once or in stages.”
Home audio is more than a business to me; it's a passion, a vocation, and a mission. My greatest joy comes from sharing my knowledge and love for hi-fi and Audio-Visual products with my customers by understanding your requirements and building your ideal solution. The perfect system does exist, after all: it is the one you can afford, the one that fits your criteria, space and budget—be it at once or in stages.
Whether you're looking for a long-term investment or love to change things up and try new technologies regularly, I'm here to help, and my team and I look forward to welcoming you to Audiophilia.
Carlo Marengo
- Founder, Audiophilia