Amplifiers:A Keeper for Life. Do you know of one ?

Dhcod, I've read many similar comments about the ARC D70 Mk2, including from a member who happens to be an authorized ARC repair tech. I wonder if ARC can recondition old D70 units and bring them up to original spec??

I ask because the D70 might make a nice gift for my son. His current amp is a reconditioned Crown DC 300-A. The preamp is an ARC SP-9 Mk I, which I recall was just an "ok" pre.

Anyone have any thoughts about whether the ARC D70 is a better sounding amp than a reconditioned Crown DC 300-A?? Sorry if that's a dumb Q.

I have an Aragon 4004 MkII that I bought used in 1992. It has given me flawless service for more than 20yrs despite the fact it has never been in the shop for so much as a cleaning. Has driven many different sets of speakers with total authority over the years.

Possibly my MC275.

Clayton M300 and M200 in the SS area. I do like the ASR but always felt the Clayton had more Raw Power to them.

My Counterpoint Sa. 220 has been so sweet since the 80's and I don't see it going anywhere soon.