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Warming up the ARC LS2B
I had an LS2B and several other ARC preamps from this era. If you don't like its sound (I didn't), look for an SP8, SP10, CJ preamp, or Quicksilver...The worst sound I ever got from my ARC CL60 was with the LS2. 
Quicksilver Line Stage with ARC amps?
I have a Full Function Quicksilver and I love it. In the right combination it's as god as it gets. In my opinion and as a rull of thumb, the older the ARC amp the less good the set will sound in combination with the QS. In other words, use quicksi... 
Best ARC tube amps for classical music?
I have a pair of M100s. They are the absolute best. Get them if you can find a pair. Make sure to get new PS caps (There are many many of them), or the amp will not be at its best.