I've had the ARC Ref 2SE for a couple of years now and its a magnificent phonostage. The ARC Ref 2SE has balanced output, which if all things equal, I would chose over a phono preamp with only single ended outputs. That's a personal choice based on my experience.
What's a better choice? Manley Steelhead Phono or Audio Research Reference 2SE Phono?
I would like your opinions and rational please. I currently have the Manley BUT have an opportunity to pick up the AR
BTW I am a soundstage freak! I would sacrifice for a holographic stage!
Gear I'm using:
Audio Research REF 5se Pre
Bryston 28b sst2 Amps
Thorens TD 125LB with Ortofon per Winfeld Ti and A95 Carts
Goldenear Reference Speakers...
BTW I am a soundstage freak! I would sacrifice for a holographic stage!
Gear I'm using:
Audio Research REF 5se Pre
Bryston 28b sst2 Amps
Thorens TD 125LB with Ortofon per Winfeld Ti and A95 Carts
Goldenear Reference Speakers...