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Operationally, the PH8 maintains the flexibility and ease of operation of its predecessor, with loading (47K, 1K, 500, 200, 100 ohms), Stereo/Mono, Muting andPower buttons under a vacuum fluorescent display that has eight selectable brightness levels. The display can be turned off, with nine small pixels remaining dimly lit to remind one that the supplied remote control. There is one set of single...[more]

The Audio Research Reference Phono 10 embodies everything we know about phono playback, and incorporates many of the insights gained in the development of the Reference Anniversary and Reference 10 line-stage preamplifiers. The Audio Research Reference Phono 10 is a true dual-mono design with totally separate signal paths for each channel, from the dual-mono power supply forward. There are sepa...[more]

Simply put, the REF150 SE is a breakthrough in stereo power amplification.  Replacing the REF150—which was one of the most respected modern stereo amplifiers—was a daunting task, but it has been accomplished.  The REF150 SE offers more power, greater dynamic thrust, a more vivid and resolved presentation, greater finesse, and quieter operation.  It is the new benchmar...[more]

The Reference 210 presents a familiar yet distinctive appearance. The chassis is enclosed, with a thick front panel the same height and width as the VT100/VTM200, but with a vacuum-flourescent display screen like the one featured on the REF3 and REF610T. The chassis is 19.5" deep (plus handles) and has an internal frame like the 150M, with a one-piece ventilated cover that wraps around the top and...[more]

The concept of a large monoblock amplifier is to provide control to a speaker.  The difficult part of the job is maintaining finesse and musicality while doing it.  Audio Research has produced some of the most critically acclaimed products during its 42-year history and the new Reference 250 SE aims to break new ground. From the moment the music begins, the foundation of an ex...[more]

Introduced in the spring of 1998, the REF2 received a continuous stream of accolades from around the world. True to its name, it became the reference line-stage preamplifier, purchased new by a thousand music lovers and coveted by thousands more. With the MKII version having been introduced in 2000, it is time to push the performance envelope once again. We are proud to introduce the all new RE...[more]

The REF300 monoblocks have created as much of a stir among audiophiles and music lovers as the larger REF600s did when first introduced in late 1995. Well, we're happy to announce that REF300 owners now have good reason to be excited all over again with the introduction of the new and improved REF300MKII First, the sonic improvements embodied in the MKII version are nothing short of monumental...[more]

The REF 5 is the latest model in a series of the finest and most successful line-stage preamplifiers ever made. From the REF1 to the REF2 to the REF3 to the REF5, each one has built upon the legacy of its predecessor as the most sought-after reference level line-stage preamplifier. The REF5 clearly redefines the state of the art at a price that is not inexpensive but represents extraordinary value...[more]

Concept The Reference Series from Audio Research was first introduced in 1995 and has been the ultimate representation of performance, musicality and power. Beginning with the Reference 1, the Reference 6 now continues the tradition of using the most refined circuit designs in concert with the highest quality parts and components. Numerous elements – transformers, capacitors...[more]

Following upon the technical changes that have been so successfully received in the MKII version of the REF300 monoblocks, similar changes have now been made to the design of the REF600 model. The resulting improvement in sonic performance is, if anything, even more dramatic in the 600-watt flagship model. As in the REF300, the REF600MKIII has been refitted with new audio and power-supply circu...[more]