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ARC Reference 2 MkII Preamp white noise levels

Hi,
Just acquired a Ref2 MII preamp. The level of white noise is much higher than my BAT VK-50SE. It does not change with volume setting and is definitely not the amp noise. By muting and unmuting the preamp, you can discern the difference. The noise is quite audible from the listening position 8 feet away. For those who have this preamp, is the noise characteristic? Could it be the tubes? The difference between the BAT and ARC is remarkable. Thanks- William
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magnepanmike
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I agree with Reb1208. My Ref2 mk1 also has white noise and will go away when you mute the pre. It is also not variable through the volume control, as the original poster suggests.. I called Leonard at ARC and he said it is the power tube that is used in their design.

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