Tube Pre-Amp: Audio Research or McIntosh


I am looking to add a tube pre amp to my HT system and utilize the 2 channel pass thru. Current Pre-Pro and solid state amps are McIntosh. But I am looking to enhance the 2 channel sound for Lp's and CD's.
So looking at Audio Research LS17 or LS26 vs. McIntosh C2200 or C2300. If budget permits possibly ARC Ref3 vs. Mc
C500. But most likely the LS vs. 22/2300
Anyone ever make comparison between these models? Or any suggestions of other brands would be welcomed as well.
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Showing 1 response by efner

I've owneed them both and found that the LS26 is in another class all together from the MC2200