ARC amp differences.

Have the Arc 160S. Love it.  I would check with Arc or a dealer and ask that question.  I will tell you that overall the ARC sound is warmer in general.  I listened to a lot of amps for over a year before I decided on ARC and have never looked back. Rarely do you need to listen to more than 10 watts but I can’t speak for your room acoustics. 
 

good luck and let us know how you make out!!

Thabks. Super helpful information. I think the pairing is just amazing so just need to pick the right model. 

ARC 160s and Serafino’s are a great match. I preferred that amp over they Gryphon Diablo 300. I also had an REF 75SE for a while which was my first taste.

BTW - I’ve had nothing but stellar response from Audio Research for all services.

I’m now running the ARC REF 6SE into the 160s with a pair of Sonus Faber Maxima Amators. I’ll let you know how they are compared to the Serafino’s.

good luck….!

You can google Audio Research, then look for ARC data base and you can easily research all models. Helped me with my ARC purchase.

Is it possible to get the SF speakers and the ARC 80S to your own room for a demo for a few days?  This way you can be sure.  Most dealers will work with you like this. I have a great dealer and I can bring items home to try anytime I like.  I have ARC LS27, ARC Ref 3 Phono, ARC 150SE with Sonus Faber Olympica II all put together with Transparent cables.  It is a true match made in heaven!