A friend and I compared the Primaluna to the ARC LS-28 at a store last week. The LS-28 was better. The Ref 5SE is supposed to be better than the LS-28.
New PrimaLuna versus used Audio Research preamp?
As posted previously, I'm shopping tube preamps.
Have an opportunity to buy a friend's ARC Reference 5SE, as he upgraded to a new 6SE.
Alternatively, a new PL EVO 300 or 400 is also on my radar, and even new would cost 20% to 30% less than the used 5SE.
Anyone here experience both units and brands?
Thanks!