Here’s a nice Audio Research Reference 5SE Preamp in black. I bought it used a couple years and promptly ordered a new tube set from the factory. In the two years since I’ve put just 53 Hours on that factory tube set. The sound is phenomenal, as I’m sure you already know about these units. They integrated some of their Anniversary (two-unit) preamp technology into this single-box unit and it shows! Used with care in my no-smoking home. You’ll get the remote, manual and original power cord all in the original double-boxed factory carton. See a separate listing for my VT-80 auto-bias tube amp (also in black) with new KT-150 tubes and the optional tube cage. Also selling my PS Audio DirectStream Mk I DAC with the streaming Bridge II module.Stereophile Review from 2012: https://www.stereophile.com/content/audio-research-reference-5-se-line-preamplifier

The worlds largest online retailer of pre-owned audio Product DescriptionWho we areWhat we doOur ProcessOur Policies Audio Research Reference 5 Stereo Tube Preamplifier; Silver (New Tubes) Product SKU: 51959 Voltage: 120V # of Owners: 2 Service History: None Serial Number: 79204909 Age: Unknown Tobacco Exposure: No MSRP: $11995 Cosmetic Description: Good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including a few minor nicks on the top surface along the right surface edge and the top edge of the faceplate. This item looks like new from just a few feet away. Youll have to examine very closely to find any signs of wear. What is Included: Preamplifier, Remote, Manual, One Svetlana 6550 C tube, Five Sovtek 6H30n-EB tubes, Power cable, Factory packaging Other Notes: Tube hours: 15 A great soundstage like all ARC Reference preamps, it now brings sterling neutrality, resolution, definition, dimensionality, and bloom not just to the midrange but also to the bottom octaves and the top ones, better preserves large-scale dynamic scale at all intensities from top to bottom, and is audibly and significantly more detailed than its predecessor. Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found. Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $105- including packaging and insurance. For all other locations including Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska, please request a quote prior to purchase. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. 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1 pair of silver handles for Audio Research. These came from a Reference 5 phono preamplifier and the mounting holes are about 4 apart as shown. I no longer have the preamplifier and the price is for both handles. All sales are final so please review the photos and ask any questions prior to bidding. Returns or exchanges are not accepted. There is a 50% restocking fee for any returned package for any reason. Good luck & God Bless!