Which Audio Research preamp?


Currently using Audible Illusions L3A and it’s great.  If I wanted to slide into a Audio Research for $3k or so, or less, in order to get an idea of the “house sound” what models should I be looking for?

gthirteen

Showing 1 response by musiclover1

ARC REF 2 MK 2.....Great bang for the buck. Generally around 3 to 3500 used, depending on condition. I actually prefer the REF 2 MK 2 to both the Ref 3 and 6 SE I  had. Of course the 6 SE is overall the better device, however in one vital area I do like the REF 2 more....Tonality and Tonal Density. The 6 SE is just a touch drier and leaner in the mid bass and mid range. YMMV, as they say.

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