A fine, capable preamp that communicates plenty of information but might not stir the soul
Ben Shyman auditions the LS28 line-stage preamplifier from Audio Research Corporation's Foundation Series. This $7,500 preamp utilizes four 6H30 tubes in its analog circuit and features balanced and unbalanced connections.
Audio Research as a company is half a century old, founded in 1970 by William Johnson. They are one of the pioneers in hi-fi equipment design.
VM-2120
A-3606D
VPA600
A4
SPA2-60
A-2030