New PrimaLuna versus used Audio Research preamp?

@bobbydd 

I looked at your posted audio system and it is very nice. I am quite familiar with the ARC Reference 2 MK II and the Reference 5SE is a considerable improvement in my opinion. I have read very good comments/reviews in regard to the PL EVO 400 preamp (But I have not heard it). Given the components in your current system, the REF 5SE seems the better fit.

Charles

Iam also looking for a reference AUdio Research preamp, Iam using LS2b audio research linestage , on one of my systems, it always amaze me, though maybe a 17se is good enough for my main system. Charles I agree with you.

ARC for sure , easy to sell if no like it but I doubt it .

Audio Research.    It will still be worth close to what you paid should you sell it.  PL resale will be half the day you take it home.   

Here a link to visually identifying the "DR" version.

http://www.aca.gr/index/hiend/hiendArticles?row=1988

DeKay