I am usually very reluctant to give recommendations on audio gear since perceived performance is so dependent on listener preferences, associated gear and listening environment. However, the LS25 MKI, with NOS 6922 (6H23), is a very musical and transparent performer. Coupled with the ARC VT100 mkII the LS25 MKI produces a huge, coherent and transparent 3D soundstage, with excellent dynamics and articulation. At about $2000 used, it is hard to beat.
WHICH ARC LINESTAGE TO REPLACE LS-15?
Hi,
I'm looking to upgrade my LS-15 to one of the following linestages:
LS-5 Mk III, LS-16 Mk I, LS-25 Mk I, Reference One, Reference Two Mk I
How do you compare those against each other? Please share your experience if you owned any of them...
I like the sound of 6922 tubes... How does it compare to the sound of 6H30 in the more recent LS-16 Mk II, LS-25 Mk II, Reference Two Mk II?
My system as follows:
Wadia 830
ARC LS-15
ARC VT-130SE
Sonus Faber Cremona
MIT Shotgun S3 IC & SC
I listen mostly to Classical Baroque and Jazz instrumental & vocals
Thanks for your advices!
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