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The Audio Research Reference 150 SE is a high-performance tube power amplifier that offers significant upgrades over its predecessor, the Reference 150. It features KT150 output tubes, which provide increased power and improved sound quality. The amplifier is fully balanced with XLR inputs and offers output taps for 4, 8, and 16 ohms to match various speaker loads. It delivers 150 watts per channel continuously and up to 160 watts at clipping. The Reference 150 SE is known for its rich tonal palette, dynamic range, and enhanced spatial resolution, making it ideal for audiophiles seeking a premium listening experience.
Amplification power output and characteristics
Analog signal output specifications
Input and output connections
Size, weight, and appearance
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Components that show up alongside the Reference 150 SE in real systems. A verdict means the pair has been checked for compatibility and headroom — open it to see how the two get along.
The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The Reference 1's power @ 8ω is 90W against the Reference 150 SE's 150W, its output voltage 4.0V RMS against 2.0V RMS, and its input sensitivity 1.0V RMS against 2.0V RMS. Both share class (Tube).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The REF160M MkII's power @ 8ω is 140W against the Reference 150 SE's 150W, its output voltage 2.4V RMS against 2.0V RMS, and its height 254 mm against 222 mm. Both share class (Tube).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The 509's power @ 8ω is 100W against the Reference 150 SE's 150W, its input sensitivity 1.2V RMS against 2.0V RMS, and its weight 15.3 kg (34 lbs) against 34.2 kg (75 lbs). Both share class (Tube).
The A100 Titan's power @ 8ω is 100W against the Reference 150 SE's 150W, its input sensitivity 0.2V RMS against 2.0V RMS, and its weight 40 kg (88 lbs) against 34.2 kg (75 lbs). Both share class (Tube).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
Reference 250 SE Mono
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