I will regret this but I've decided to put my Audio Research Ref 75 up for sale. Gulp. I need the money. Simple.
I've had it since November of 2017 and it had a complete service and retube a short while ago and has been in storage some of the time since (I moved house). The service was 800 not including tubes. I believe I have the receipt for this in the box but if not will have it by email.
It's been set up and running on and off this past few months and is in A1 cosmetic and functional spec. It sounds superb though the tubes have had very few hours on them.
It has the original shipping boxes, paperwork etc. It also comes with Cardas RCA/Balanced input connectors (120) so it can be used with a conventional unbalanced preamp.
The box is big and this beast is heavy. Shipping would be with UPS Priority fully insured and will not be cheap (it's the insurance). But this can be arranged separately once destination is known. If the buyer prefers a cheaper option it is their responsibility.
There are a few for sale online and the average price is circa 5000. Mine comes with new tubes (300), service (800) and peace of mind that it's in perfect condition.
I'd always wanted to own an Audio Research reference product, so this isn't a happy sale for me. But I need the cash, simple as. No I won't be replacing it for the foreseeable future - and I have no idea what it will be when I do.
Looking for 3,900, postage aside. PM if interested.