Audio Research Reference Two // Vintage / Tube Preamplifier / 2

$2,999

The Audio Research Reference Two (Ref Two) is one of those pieces of gear that audiophiles mention with a certain reverence, a preamplifier designed to be a high-end benchmark in the world of tube-based audio gear. The Ref Two is part of Audio Research's elite Reference Series, which aims to deliver the absolute best in sonic performance. This isn't just a preamp; it’s an audiophile statement piece that makes your system the centerpiece of your music experience. If you’ve ever wondered what “reference-level” really means in audio, the Ref Two is here to give you a masterclass in what perfection sounds like.

At the heart of the Ref Two is a quartet of 6922 super tubes, a highly regarded tube design known for its incredible durability and sonic purity. These tubes are what make the Ref Two sing, delivering the trademark warmth and richness that tube gear is known for, but with an added touch of clarity and speed that you don’t often get with typical tube designs.

The 6922 tubes are capable of handling complex musical passages with ease, allowing the Ref Two to deliver a level of detail and nuance that makes you want to rediscover your entire music collection. Vocals, acoustic instruments, and complex soundscapes come through with a lifelike quality, as if the performers are right there in your room. The result is a preamp that manages to balance musicality and precision, giving you the best of both worlds.

*Ships in the original factory box and includes the power cord and remote.

The Audio Research Reference Two (Ref Two) is one of those pieces of gear that audiophiles mention with a certain reverence, a preamplifier designed to be a high-end benchmark in the world of tube-based audio gear. The Ref Two is part of Audio Research's elite Reference Series, which aims to deliver the absolute best in sonic performance. This isn't just a preamp; it’s an audiophile statement piece that makes your system the centerpiece of your music experience. If you’ve ever wondered what “reference-level” really means in audio, the Ref Two is here to give you a masterclass in what perfection sounds like.

At the heart of the Ref Two is a quartet of 6922 super tubes, a highly regarded tube design known for its incredible durability and sonic purity. These tubes are what make the Ref Two sing, delivering the trademark warmth and richness that tube gear is known for, but with an added touch of clarity and speed that you don’t often get with typical tube designs.

The 6922 tubes are capable of handling complex musical passages with ease, allowing the Ref Two to deliver a level of detail and nuance that makes you want to rediscover your entire music collection. Vocals, acoustic instruments, and complex soundscapes come through with a lifelike quality, as if the performers are right there in your room. The result is a preamp that manages to balance musicality and precision, giving you the best of both worlds.

*Ships in the original factory box and includes the power cord and remote.



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