Have ARC LS-16 Pre- what to upgrade to??

Considering ARC Ref II. Also, need processor bypass + remote. Any other ideas? (using SS Theta Dreadnaught amp, and Totem Mani-2 speakers). Thanks!

sutts02-08-2001 6:53am

avguygeorge Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,300 posts 02-08-2001 at 03:27pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Oh,to be in your dilemma. Hey buddy can you spare some change? My Jadis dealer says the more expensive jp80 / remote version doesn't sound as good as the non remote version.By the time you get up that high in the food chain,remote pres are less plentiful. There are many choices w/o.
sutts OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 700 posts 02-08-2001 at 05:19pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Hey George- how are ya? Thanks for the response (the ONLY one at this point, I might add!!). Agreed- lots of fab tube pre's m out there, but w processor bypass AND remote? Am I asking too much??!! Looks like I might be stickin' with Audio Research if the HT/2-channel remains integrated in same system...
rosstaman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 455 posts 02-08-2001 at 06:17pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I went from the ARC LS-16 to the ARC Ref I. Very satisfied. Greater detail in all ranges. Incredible soundstage with added depth. Using Meridian 508.24 CDP, Plinius SA100MKIII amp, Dynaudio Contour 3.3 speakers.