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Preamp - Ayre vs. Audio Research

If anyone has heard both the Audio Research Reference 6 and the Ayre KX-R Twenty preamp, please describe the differences in their sound.

I recently settled on a D'Agostino Momentum S-250 amplifier. I compared it to a pair of Ayre MX-R Twenties, and my report can be found on a thread called D'Agostino vs Ayre. 

Unfortunately, the Momentum preamp does not offer a line out option, and I want that for headphone amp operation. So, I am considering the AR or Ayre preamp options. Thoughts?
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khrys
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Since I don't use a preamp or headphones I am especially unqualified to offer any advice other than that you seem to have to confront nothing but "quality" dilemmas from which we all can learn. 
I look forward to your journey and eventual selection. 
As alway, good listening to you sir,

khrys
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