Audio Research Reference 5 SE VS LS 28 Preamplifiers

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Has anybody out there ever had any experiences with both the Audio Research Reference 5SE and LS 28 preamplifiers? If yes, how do they compare to each other and which do you personally prefer between these 2 AR preamplifiers? And why?
Thanks in advance.
 

Argonaut

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The Ref5 SE is the superior of the two, more of everything, however if you are looking to buy new the later Ref6 is a significant step up from the 5SE.
 

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