Audio Research and Wilson Sabrina


Would like some feedback please on who uses Audio Research amps for Sabrina's.  Currently I'm using a REF75SE with a REF6 preamp. ChatGPT says the REF75SE is a recommended amp but can be limited due to peak power demands. I love the amp but wondering what experiences any of you may have? A REF150SE or GS150 i know are the next steps up the ARC ladder. And no I can't afford a REF160 unfortunately 😔  Mainly listen at 80-85 dB in a 16x16 room with vaulted ceilings. 

samzx12

@jahatl513 why do you think the Ref6 outshines the Ref75SE? This confuses me. 

 

@dhite71 thank you for the first hand experience and participation in this discussion.  The biasing of the 150 series I had forgotten about until recently and the 75 is a piece of cake.  

@samzx12 

You are welcome 

You are correct to question the statement about the REF 6 outshining the REF 75SE.  This is 100% incorrect.  The REF 75SE is a world class amp and will always be a world class amp, regardless of what preamp you are using.

@moto_man I’m not unhappy with my setup to answer your question.  I was just asking or wondering if the Ref75SE is enough to satisfy the Sabrina.  The consensus seems to think YES :)  

You bring up a great point about room treatment and I've tried to address a few. Bass traps were a fantastic addition but they were cheapies however did a good job.  The other treatments are panels i can move in and out because I do not have a dedicated room unfortunately.  Thank you for pointing this out as you are 100% correct.  

turn off the 
AI and enjoy your lovely system!!!! The enemy of GOOD ENUFF is BETTA!

Sam-

I have a Ref150SE. Loved it with my Harbeth 30.2s  I no longer need it having moved to a 2a3 Whammerdyne Amp for my Puré Audio Project Trio 15s which replaced the 30.2s.  If you want a Ref150SE, let me know and I will relist it on Audiogon.