Audio Research Reference 3 Tube Preamplifier; Black

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Offered today by The Music Room: One Audio Research Reference 3 Tube Preamplifier. This product has passed all of our rigorous quality assurance testing and is performing wonderfully. This unit is approximately 6 years old. It has been lovingly used by one owner in a non-smoking, dedicated listening room. The tube counter reads 2432 hours. However, owner states that tubes were replaced at 2000 hours. So approximately 400 hours have been put on this set of tubes. Serial #: 76103115 Voltage: 120v

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Functional Notes: Operational condition of this preamplifeir is excellent… fully tested and no issues found. Sound quality and performance are outstanding. Every item we offer for sale undergoes a thorough listening session and review of all functions. Buy with confidence.

Included with this sale: Main unit, power cord, remote, manual, screwdriver, 6H30N x 5, 6550C x 1, factory box and packaging.

Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the Contiguous United States is a flat rate of $55 - 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. Note that All items valued over $500 will require a signature upon delivery.

Cosmetic condition rating is 8/10 - Excellent condition with no notable blemishes. When the top cover is removed, you can see that one screw along the back side has been broken off. Another screw hole was drilled out. This is the only reason for the 8/10 rating. Please view all of our high-resolution photos for full details of the cosmetic condition as well as exactly what is included. If something is not clear, please inquire with us prior to purchase.

The cosmetic rating is based on a very conservative rating scale as shown below:

10/10 = Mint / Perfect / Factory Fresh Appearance
9/10 = Excellent; Zero Scratches; Very Light Use; Looks Nearly New
8/10 = Very Good; Perfect Front; Minor Flaws Elsewhere
7/10 = Good; 2-3 Minor Scratches; Used but Cared For
6/10 = Fair; 1 Big or 3-4 Small Scratches; Looks used
5/10 = Average; Multiple Scratches; Looks Very Used
4/10 = Mediocre; Rough Shape Cosmetically but Works Well
3/10 = Poor; Rough Shape - Mostly Works OK
2/10 = Very Poor; AS-IS Sale
1/10 = Scrap; Parts / Repair Only