Audio Research REF600 MKI MKII

I've heard the 600's MKI and II, and personally found the 300MKII to be sonically superior without any noticeable difference in power. I think less tubes is simpler and sonically superior. And the 300 is "only" 30K, unless you can find one used. Sounded better. Good review in TAS a couple of months ago, Jonathon Valin thought it is one if not the best amp out there. FWIW.

It seems Jimj, that the only thing fundamentally flawed, is your hapless attempt to bring a personal agenda to an otherwise informative thread. I've had but few dealings with Jtinn myself, and have found him to be a knowledgeable straight shooter and have never questioned his credibility, as I have now yours.Pushing amps into clipping doesn't lead to superior sound?!?! Who da thunk! Thanx so much for that erudite offering.We're all richer for it.