Audio Research Reference 5 SE Preamps For Sale?


Why are there so many ARC Ref 5 SE preamps for sale lately? Is there something that I don't know? I have been very impressed with this preamp in the past and have always kept an eye out for a good used one. There were 5 of them on Gon at one time not too long ago! Is there a particular reason why people are unloading them at this time? Thank you
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Riparian---ARC makes that claim with every new model.

Keith---Sunil's right hand man used to be at Brooks Berdan Ltd., working for Brooks' son Brian. Brian has his own shop now (Audio Elements, in Pasadena) and is also a Wilson dealer. I would much rather buy a pair from Brian than Sunil (check the thread on the worst dealers in the country, a survey in which Sunil came out on top!).
Agree with Bdp24 re Sunil's. I live within 30 minutes of 7 hi end audio shops including Sunil's, which is only a 10 minute drive. I've only dealt with six of them.
Hifigary-

which (7) shops are in your area? I would interested to learn more about each of these operations. Keep me posted & Happy Listening!
Hi Keithmundy, I was thinking of you the other day! Thanks for the compliment regarding the system and room. I wish you had come over with the addition of the ARC Ref5 SE in the system. It has really stepped up in all areas of stereo reproduction. Good luck in your endeavor at spending money! ;)