I can only say Thank God someone in the mainstream is finally cottoning onto R-core transformers, as low definition images of the innards of the Ref 5 seem to indicate they have begun using. Maybe now efficiencies of R-core windings will bring musical joy to more of us. If that is an R-core strapped to the other chassis side opposite the toroidal on the other then I congratulate Audio Research on a fine initial move that way.
Audio Research Ref 5 preamp
Hi,
I currently own the ARC Ref 3. I know its early, but I was wondering if anyone has had the opportunity to do a comparison of the new ARC Ref 5 compared to the ARC Ref 3 and if so, what are the sonic differences that you heard. Any input would be helpful. Thanks
I currently own the ARC Ref 3. I know its early, but I was wondering if anyone has had the opportunity to do a comparison of the new ARC Ref 5 compared to the ARC Ref 3 and if so, what are the sonic differences that you heard. Any input would be helpful. Thanks