Audio Research Ref 3 VS Mark Levinson 38s

Im thinking about upgrading my preamp. Right now i have the Mark Levinson 38s preamp. What will be the differences in sound between them. Would this be upgrade ?

tattooedtrackman02-13-2018 6:36pm

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jim_swantko Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 301 posts 02-14-2018 at 02:00am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I agree with 4425. I’ve spent a lot of time with the REF3 and while it’s a great unit I prefer my 326s for a variety of reasons.
jim_swantko Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 301 posts 02-15-2018 at 04:35am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I agree with 4425's assessment and add dead silence and an inky black background. I also am not a fan of replaceable items which deteriorate and impact sound over time - tubes. The 326S projects a big, deep soundstage that is rock solid and stable and I simply prefer solid state electronics that are consistent over time. Just my preference. Listen to both and buy the one that speaks to you.

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