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Heads Up: ARC is introducing the new SP-20 in Fall

An excerpt from ARCDB web site:

"Tube stereo preamplifier.

"As a result of the ever-increasing demand for a full-function preamplifier with a level of performance substantially above that of the SP17, we are pleased to introduce the striking new SP20 vacuum-tube preamplifier. Influenced by some of our classic groundbreaking SP preamplifiers but with performance that is only achievable by our best LS- and PH-series designs, the SP20 offers inspirational performance combined with real value. ..."

MSRP is $9000 -- a veritable bargain. ;-(
bifwynne

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taters
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I'm surprised no one says anything about the price. I guess in today's market you have to be rich to own ARC gear. I can't afford any of their new gear. I do own ARC gear but I purchased it used. It still wasn't cheap but I figure it should hold it's value pretty good so it's still a good buy used.
taters
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If they start producing their gear in China the ARC crowd will not buy it. They might find a whole new market but after being in the game for 40 years I doubt they want to start over with a new clientele.
taters
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Minori, I know it's not worth 9k because the moment you buy it and open up the box it's worth 40 percent less. Is a Mercedes worth 40% less? Is a Rolex watch worth 40% less? In fact If you buy a Rolex used you could probably get what you paid for it. High-end audio is way overpriced when you buy new. If you buy it used it's a decent value.
taters
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Minori,I think it's all overpriced!
taters
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Bifwynne, I'm a poor audiophile. When you get tired of the Ref-150 let me know and I'll give you half of retail.Thanks.
taters
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I respectfully disagree. If the unit retails for 13k there cost is 25% of retail. Otherwise there cost is 3250.00.
taters
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Actually, ARC has come out with their best products the last 5 years. I'm glad rich people buy their gear new so in 2 or 3 years I might have a chance to own it at 40% off retail.
taters
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Wc65 Mustang, You obviously think ARC stuff is a joke. I'm wondering what gear you consider world class?
taters
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Syntax, I'll ask you the same question I asked Mr. Mustang. If you don't think Arc makes great reference gear than tell me who does. I'm not saying ARC gear is the best there is. I just want to know what you think is great gear.
taters
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Bifwynne, Is that Yiddish?
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