The Audio Research VT-150 is the tube monoblocks amplifier for audiophiles who believe power, finesse, and musicality shouldn’t just coexist—they should dominate. Introduced in the 1990s, the VT-150 combines classic tube warmth with modern engineering precision, delivering a staggering 130 watts per channel in monoblock configuration. If you’ve got power-hungry speakers, a thirst for dynamics, and a soft spot for glowing tubes, the VT-150 is here to flex its sonic muscles while cradling your music in the warm embrace of tube magic.
Ships in the original boxes.
- Production
- 1994-1995
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- 26070001 / 26070002
- Orig. MSRP
- $12,000
- Restoration
- Replaced several capacitors in feedback circuit
- Cleaned bias switches
- Adjusted bias for each output tube
- Repaired bad connections on bias switch wiring
- #0001: Replaced one 12ax7 and two 6550 tubes in power supply with strong tubes in unit
- #0002: Replaced one 12ax7 and 6550 tubes in power supply with strong tubes
- All remaining tubes test strong
- Replaced missing screws in chassis cover
- #0001: 131 watts RMS into 8 Ohms @0.23%THD+N
- #0002: 130 watts RMS into 8 Ohms @0.91%THD+N
- Units come with original box
- Factory Specs
Power output: 130 watts into 16Ω (mono)
Frequency response: 2Hz to 200kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 1%
Damping factor: 16
Input sensitivity: 2.3V
Signal to noise ratio: 98dB
Valve complement: 4 x 6550, 2 x 6550 regulators, 1 x 12AX7, 4 x 12BH7A, 2 x 6922
Dimensions: 394 x 277 x 267mm
Weight: 77.2lbs each
- The History of Audio Research
- Audio Research Corporation, affectionately known to fans as ARC, was founded by William Z. Johnson, who began designing custom audio electronics in the early 1950’s and who also operated a specialty audio retail store until the mid-1960’s. Johnson’s efforts almost single-handedly revived vacuum-tube designs at a time...
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- Liner Notes
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- Packing
- We'll deliver this piece in its original factory box, so you can be sure it will be protected just as Audio Research intended.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $380, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 8891673608413
The Audio Research VT-150 is the tube monoblocks amplifier for audiophiles who believe power, finesse, and musicality shouldn’t just coexist—they should dominate. Introduced in the 1990s, the VT-150 combines classic tube warmth with modern engineering precision, delivering a staggering 130 watts per channel in monoblock configuration. If you’ve got power-hungry speakers, a thirst for dynamics, and a soft spot for glowing tubes, the VT-150 is here to flex its sonic muscles while cradling your music in the warm embrace of tube magic.
Ships in the original boxes.
