ARC REF5 SE is a no brainer, If you can source some genuine pre 1990 Reflector Corps 6h30- DR’s and GEC 6550A for the regulator you will take the units musical performance up another level.
New PrimaLuna versus used Audio Research preamp?
As posted previously, I'm shopping tube preamps.
Have an opportunity to buy a friend's ARC Reference 5SE, as he upgraded to a new 6SE.
Alternatively, a new PL EVO 300 or 400 is also on my radar, and even new would cost 20% to 30% less than the used 5SE.
Anyone here experience both units and brands?
Thanks!