Audio Research preamps have come a long way in the last 20 years or so. I would try to find an LS16 mk2. The LS16 mk2 and LS25 mk2 were two of the first ARC preamps to use the 6H30 tube. They are more detailed and holographic than previous preamps. A huge improvement even over the original LS16 and LS25 preamps. I had an LS25 mk2 for many years and it was also a great preamp.
Audio Research LS7 - Still a good performer?
Hello all!
Currently in the process of moving to separates and wanting to get tubes into my system in the process. Working on a deal on a ARC LS7 line-stage and wondering if anyone out there has any thoughts on its sound/performance?
The unit looks to be in very good shape for its age ('95-'97), original owner with four "6922" dual-triode tubes (not sure what this means...will have to learn "tube-speak").
Thanks for any thoughts!
Arvin
Currently in the process of moving to separates and wanting to get tubes into my system in the process. Working on a deal on a ARC LS7 line-stage and wondering if anyone out there has any thoughts on its sound/performance?
The unit looks to be in very good shape for its age ('95-'97), original owner with four "6922" dual-triode tubes (not sure what this means...will have to learn "tube-speak").
Thanks for any thoughts!
Arvin