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[microstrip]

Originally Posted by Priaptor

Don't expect it to be better but probably equal in SQ without the schmaltzy case, etc.

1k more for the REF75SE and 2k more for the REF150SE. Forget what the REF250SE was. So the REF150SE will be 5k cheaper than the GS150. At least that's what it sounds like.

Thanks Priaptor - these are great news for REF150 lovers as me. I always found it to be the best value for money of the Reference models - powerful enough for most existing speakers and great sound quality.

[Priaptor]

Originally Posted by microstrip

Thanks Priaptor - these are great news for REF150 lovers as me. I always found it to be the best value for money of the Reference models - powerful enough for most existing speakers and great sound quality.

I agree. If my GS150 is an indicator of what to expect from the REF150SE it will be a true "bargain"

[max17]

I would be very happy if it sounded like the GS150!

[max17]

Originally Posted by RLF

Priaptor,

Would you be kind enough to specifically tell us where you got the information regarding the new model upgrades including the "Reference "75SE?" Was it from Audio Research itself, a dealer, or other source?

If you got your information from Audio Research or a dealer, did they tell you if the current models are upgradable? If so, which models?

Thanks and appreciated.

I have an email out to my dealer requesting additional info on the upgrade. I'll let you know if I get any new information

[Priaptor]

Originally Posted by max17

I have an email out to my dealer requesting additional info on the upgrade. I'll let you know if I get any new information

I believe there is an upgrade policy but not sure of the pricing. Also the REF750SE hasn't been announced as yet.

I believe delivery of "new" begins in March but not sure of upgrades.

[RLF]

Originally Posted by max17

I have an email out to my dealer requesting additional info on the upgrade. I'll let you know if I get any new information

Thanks Max. That is most appreciated. My dealer is closed today, but I will try to get more info from both them and ARC too. At the time that I bought my amp, I did ask about upgrades with the KT-150s, but told that nothing had been established yet so I took a chance and bought it.

[Harlequin]

Most interesting, however I seriously doubt whether the $'s mentioned would include upgraded Iron!??!?

[RLF]

Originally Posted by Harlequin

Most interesting, however I seriously doubt whether the $'s mentioned would include upgraded Iron!??!?

That's one of my thoughts too and questions the feasibility of upgrading present Reference models; especially accommodating the extra physical height of the KT-150 in some present models.

[Harlequin]

Originally Posted by RLF

That's one of my thoughts too and questions the feasibility of upgrading present Reference models; especially accommodating the extra physical height of the KT-150 in some present models.

RLF....Unfortunately it would seem that the REF75 is the only model from the line where physical head room is a problem. I would hazard a guess that we are looking at a number of component value changes to PSU and Bias, in order to optimise the Utilization of the KT150.

[Harlequin]

Originally Posted by Priaptor

I agree. If my GS150 is an indicator of what to expect from the REF150SE it will be a true "bargain"

During my time with an GS I did find that the slight increase in available headroom over the REF150 manifest itself during demanding peak passages as a touch of additional grip and assurity to the CLX's.

It would be most welcome were the SE upgrade to impart a degree of the same in an Reference line amplifier.