Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE


Does anyone compare know the sound quality between the Ref 6 and Ref 5 SE?

What is your choice if you can get a brand new Ref 6 at USD 10,100 and a brand new Ref 5 SE at USD 8750?

mmbl622

Showing 1 response by jonaiken

Elem79; You are absolutely correct the Reference 6 is a WOW, no a double wow compared to the 5SE.  I have about 50 hours on mine and I am listening to music more and more.  My wife's complaining on why I am not spending time with her - It is because  I am falling in love with music through my new ARC.

I am blown away by the soundstage, the width and depth of the artist within the soundstage.  The bass is tighter and Ref. 6 is more detailed than the 5SE.  Mmbl622 don't even think about the 5SE you will always wonder what the 6 sounds like.