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Opinions on ARC D125 and/or D115 Mk 2 Amps ?



Hello all,

I have an opportunity to perhaps purchase an ARC D125 from a friend or a D115 Mk2 from outside. I' d appreciate anyone's listening opinions on either amps or even better, comparisons between the 2.

PS - Anyone know about their reliability -- one of these will be my first tube experience.

Thanks in Advance.
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gmorris
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I owned the ARC D115 MkII for 12 years (1988-2000). It performed flawlessy. I experienced some tube arching problems some yaears ago when I tried the Chineese 6550. Since replacing the Chineese 6550 with the Sevetlana tubes, the amp was trouble free. I loved the D115 MkII. It is a great amp. Highly recommended.

The D125 is a Hybrid. It has better control in the bass and mid-bass. However, I prefer the midrange of the D115 (sweeter, more liquid). However, either amp would be very satisfying.

PS: I upgraded to the ARC VT100 MKII.
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