Audio Research LS-22 or LS-16 Which is Best

I am wondering if anyone could compare the LS-22 to the LS-16 ???? Which is best ???? Thanks

autospec08-07-2005 6:22pm

autospec OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 474 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:07am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have a very nice Audio Research SP3-A-1 ....I should use it , but it is not remote ( shows where I'm going ) Anyway, I'm using some of the amps I build , Dyna MK III and Dyna 70's...
bigkidz Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,381 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:19am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The LS-22 was one of the worst ARC designed preamps, it was not musical sounding at all. Ask a few ARC dealers adn they will tell you the same. Happy Listening.
kehut Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 668 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:22am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Well...you have the makings of a nice vintage system! OR... What about trying a Cary SLP 50 or an AES DH pre amp with remote options. I think there is one for sale now. This would be a nice pre amp for use with your Dyna's. I definately agree with Bigkidz...steer clear of the 22!!
jafox Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,456 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:36am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Well done Ken!
autospec OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 474 posts 08-08-2005 at 12:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I kind of wondered why they only made the LS-22 one year....And never made a MK II