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Audio Research Reference 6 Preamp Review
Pass is good stuff! Tried some of their stuff as well. In the end I always end up coming back to tubes. :)Enjoy! 
Audio Research Reference 6 Preamp Review
Im happy you like your older gear don_c55 I'm sure it's just as enjoyable!Yes indeed new ARC gear goes beyond caps...It was awesome to see the process from inside the factory tour with Fremer. I've listened to a lot of different equipment and I'm ... 
Why Are There So Many Audio Research Reference 5SE's For Sale
REF 6 review http://www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/audio_research_reference_6.htm 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
REF 6 review http://www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/audio_research_reference_6.htm 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
Congratulations Dev! It's a fantastic looking and  sounding preamplifier. Enjoy! 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
Happy for you Jonaiken! Maybe our wives should hang out - It really is amazing how good it is and it only gets more effortless and musical as the hours tick by!! 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
Hi mmbl62,In my opinion, and to answer your original question, if you can get I REF 6 for that price, there is no question in my mind which one is better. Having spent time with the REF 5SE it's a wonderful preamp.If I never compared it to the 6 I... 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
Haha yes Joe, ok for sure!  :) 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
So I'll say the REF 6 is in a different league entirely. The sound quality over the REF 5SE is substantial...   I'm really just so impressed with ARC !! WOW :) 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
mmbl622Yes I did !! It's early in the break in process still, but the first thing I noticed is that it's a little less upfront sounding.  I would say it's also more natural sounding, but also faster sounding and fuller too... Every time I listen i... 
Why Are There So Many Audio Research Reference 5SE's For Sale
Simple reason: ARC "upgrades" their pre’s every ten minutes, thus impairing the resale value of the ARC pre you own unless you pay for the upgrade. In contrast, a company like VTL, whose 7.5 iii pre I happily own, upgrades their models every few Y... 
Audio Research Ref 6 vs Ref 5 SE
Well for that price it is a no brainer...  I just sold my REF 5SE and will receive the REF 6 this Friday.  I'll be sure to share my experience. 
Best Way to Spend ~ $2000 for System Improvement
I'd also have to say an active preamp is the way to go. Wall outlets will make minimal differences in the scheme of things. Power conditioning is fundamental as well as cords, but oh my that can get expensive. If it was my 2k I would look for a ni... 
Review: Acoustic Zen Absolute Copper Interconnect
Robert Lee is still the owner.  
PSB Synchrony Owners - What Amp Are you using
Hi Sbleam, I'm curious how this worked out for you.