I'm familiar with all three. I owned ARC, including the Ref. 10 Preamp, and others in our local audio club have owned the other two. Personally, I'm not impressed with any of the three brands relative to other better brands.
Soliciting Member Perspectives: Levinson vs Bryston vs Audio Research
Wanting to start a discussion for which there are obviously ZERO absolute answers. I want to hear various member perspectives on these three marquis brands of audio equipment: pro's vs con's, likes vs dislike & your emotional/visceral experiences.
Why? #1, I think it would be fun & edifying. #2, I am contemplating modifying the direction of my primary 2-channel system in my 'Man Cave' & your thoughts & opinions will be useful.
Please try to avoid pretentiousness, condescension & remember, these are your opinions & not necessarily facts.
Thanks in advance & I hope this proves to be as fun as I think it can be.
Why? #1, I think it would be fun & edifying. #2, I am contemplating modifying the direction of my primary 2-channel system in my 'Man Cave' & your thoughts & opinions will be useful.
Please try to avoid pretentiousness, condescension & remember, these are your opinions & not necessarily facts.
Thanks in advance & I hope this proves to be as fun as I think it can be.