Audio Research LS1 Vintage Stereo Tube Preamplifier

Product: Audio Research LS1 Vintage Stereo Tube Preamplifier

Product SKU: 19508

Serial Number: 10147077

Voltage: 120V

Cosmetic Description: 8/10 Excellent condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including a small spot of corrosion and an area where heat from the tube has worn away the paint on the top cover. There is also light wear on the top edge of the front faceplate This item shows some wear consistent with its age but is still presentable and sounds wonderful.

What is Included: Preamplifier, 1 Electro-Harmonix 6922 tube, Manual, Factory packaging

Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age: Circa 1989

# of Owners: 1

Tobacco Exposure: No

Service History: This unit was serviced by Audio Research in February 2018 to replace several small caps, a resistor and a tube. The tube heater voltage was also re-trimmed.

MSRP: $1675

Other Notes: "The LS1 draws heavily upon the proven hybrid circuitry used in Audio Research preamplifiers. A single 6DJ8 dual triode vacuum tube is used to provide most of the 20dB overall gain, while associated FET devices provide initial gain at input, and current gain following the vacuum tube. Power supply design is virtually identical to the SP9 pre-amplifier, giving the LS1 a lifelike sense of ease and dynamic expression."

Product Specifications

Manual

Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $37- 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. When factory packaging not available re-usable shipping box with custom injected-foam mold will be used. (for all items over 10 lbs). Note that all items valued over $500 will require a signature upon delivery.