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Audio Research filing for bankruptcy?

I just heard Audio Research might be filing for bankruptcy. This is a shock to me. I just called them a few days ago to have my Ref 6 upgraded to a Ref 6SE. I will also be the new owner of the Ref 750s. I was just wondering if they did go bankrupt what would all those millions of owners do about servicing their equipment. Should I be concerned? I’m alittle worried now. 

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mofimadness
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Here is the newest news:

https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/whither-audio-research.36751/

I was an ARC dealer for many years and have owned a lot of their gear.

Sad.  Hopefully they can be saved...

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cleeds
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It's true. ARC filed for receivership on April 3 and a court hearing has been set for May 17.

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onhwy61
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"millions of onwers"?

If I owned ARC equipment I would be concerned, not about repairs or service, but about resale value.  Although I definitely would not send equipment to the factory for an upgrade until this is sorted out.

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A conglomerate will buy them and keep the brand. No worries.

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