As an ageing cynic, really ARC have no interest in showing the 150's will work in the current Reference power amps. They have the reputation of bringing out new models faster than a Milan fashion house. I would put money on them having a range of Reference power products, using the 150's, within a year or so.Anything is possible. New SE model, KT120 inventory too high, haven't decided if new resistors are needed ...
" Step this way Sir for the new super reference Power amp, the 120's are so last year"
I have a friend interested in ARC Ref250. The only reason hasn't pulled trigger is uncertainty of KT150. He spoke to a big ARC dealer past Mon and dealer said ARC is very happy with sound of KT150 in Ref amps and should work fine without problems. But since ARC hasn't officially endorse using them, he can't officially endorse them either.
Friend is exploring other options so I think the uncertainty has some negative effects on sales.