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ARC amp differences.

Heya,

I got a chance to listen to some Adonis Faber Serifinos the other day and absolutely loved them. They were detailed, but also musical. It was paired with a ARC VT-80. 
 

I was actually thinking that maybe I go up a notch and look at the ARC reference 80s but it was not available for demo. They did have the ARC 160s.
 

would it be to assume ithat if I like the 160s with the Serifinos then I would also like the 80s? If I like the 160s jugs that kind of power just overkill. My listening space is 20x14 and I will rarely try and super loud. 
 

 

if anyone has other tube amp recommendations pls feel free. I am looking for that slightly warm of neutral sound that holds the detail. 
 

thanks

mbarmash

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jomonhifi
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ARC 160s and Serafino’s are a great match. I preferred that amp over they Gryphon Diablo 300. I also had an REF 75SE for a while which was my first taste.

BTW - I’ve had nothing but stellar response from Audio Research for all services.

 

I’m now running the ARC REF 6SE into the 160s with a pair of Sonus Faber Maxima Amators. I’ll let you know how they are compared to the Serafino’s.

 

good luck….!

 

 

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