I recently spent an hour with the ARC REF 6SE (powered by ARC 160M mono blocks) with the Vandersteen Kento speakers and was very impressed. Like you, I listen to a lot of jazz and classic rock. Great imaging, accuracy and huge soundstage. Unfortunately I have not heard the Aesthetix Calypso so I can’t give you my impressions on that component. If you go with the ARC, I’m sure you’ll be very happy.
Decide between ARC Ref 6SE and Aesthetix Calypso Eclipse
Really struggling between these two choices. Running Vandersteen M5-HPA monoblock amps with Kento speakers. I realize the Ref 6SE is $3K more but I’m willing to stretch the budget if it’s worth it. I’ve heard both but not in my system. The Aesthetix seems to be a more modern design and it sounds like the new Eclipse version is quite a step up from the Signature. Any inputs would be appreciated. Listen mostly to jazz, rock and some classical.
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