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Opinions on ARC D125 and/or D115 Mk 2 Amps ?



Hello all,

I have an opportunity to perhaps purchase an ARC D125 from a friend or a D115 Mk2 from outside. I' d appreciate anyone's listening opinions on either amps or even better, comparisons between the 2.

PS - Anyone know about their reliability -- one of these will be my first tube experience.

Thanks in Advance.
musicphile

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musicphile OP
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Thanks to both of you for your feedback. I was tempted to look into current production tube amps, but my budget stopped me cold.

Had a chance to listen to both amps the past week and ended up buying the D125. More extension from top to bottom, although the D115 Mk2's midrange was one of the best I've ever heard. Vocals have a "you are there" feel to it.

The D125 was, overall, more satisfying to me for a wider range of music. I do listen to, and enjoy just about every type of music. The D125's mids are not quite as natural and sweet, but sounds more like a modern amp. (It is the stereo version of the M300's,at the time.) Its hybrid design also seems more user-friendly for tube replacement and over-all maintenance.

Thanks again.
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