Audio Research Reference 6 Preamp Review


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ARC goes far beyond just capacitors. Here, take the tour:

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My first ARC piece was an SP-6.  Then I moved up to an SP-14 and a Classic 60. Then went into their ref products. Each step was a definite improvement. 

On the SS vs Tube ...  I've heard some really good solid state equipment over the years even owning some myself  One of the best rooms at the Newport show was the Harbeth room. They were using top of the line Naim SS electronics. But, when it comes to organic realism in my own home, I'll take tubes every time. 

The REF-75 and the REF-75se took 500 hours to completely break in. I felt the long process was worth the wait.