Audio Research LS-22 or LS-16 Which is Best

I am wondering if anyone could compare the LS-22 to the LS-16 ???? Which is best ???? Thanks

autospec08-07-2005 6:22pm

kehut Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 668 posts 08-07-2005 at 09:22pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Hi Autospec- I thought you already were using the LS25 pre amp?...Anyway, these 2 line stages are fair at best compared to the better sounding and competively priced LS 5 pre amp. That would be the best choice over these 2 for sure. Your 25 bests them as well..but not the 5. Neither of these pre amps 22 or 16 Mk1 or Mk2 iterations have the richness, bloom, or authoritative bass that you have in the 25 or 5 pre amps.--Ken PS...what speakers did you happen to end up buying?
kehut Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 668 posts 08-07-2005 at 11:52pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Will- What amp will you be using in this other system? Im not sure the 22 has more gain than the 16. 6-12 db may be the max..where as your 25 allows for 18db as you know. Im sure you want to keep cost down..hence the lesser pre amp. You may be better off looking at something other than ARC in that case.
kehut Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 668 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:22am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Well...you have the makings of a nice vintage system! OR... What about trying a Cary SLP 50 or an AES DH pre amp with remote options. I think there is one for sale now. This would be a nice pre amp for use with your Dyna's. I definately agree with Bigkidz...steer clear of the 22!!