Audio Research

Audio Research Corporation is one of the oldest manufacturers of high-end audio equipment still in operation. They were pioneers at advancing the state-of-the-art for audio reproduction in the seventies, re-introducing the vacuum tube as the primary active amplification device. Audio Research prefers the class-A amplifier design. With the help of audiophile publications such as Stereophile and The Absolute Sound, they solidified their position as one of the most well respected audio manufacturers. Many industry observers consider the president and founder William Z. Johnson as one of the true originators of the entire concept of high-end audio as it exists today.

    Preferred Retailers

  • Carlton Audio Visual
    (03) 9639 2737
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  • West Coast Hifi (Midland)
    (08) 9374 0388
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    Other Retailers

  • Audio Solutions
    (02) 9317 3330
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Phone: (02) 9317 3330

Phone: (03) 9639 2737

Phone: (08) 9374 0388

News

Audio Research Reference 330M Monoblock Amplifiers Officially Released

After originally debuting at High-End Munich 2024, the Audio Research Reference 330M Monoblock Amplifier is now...

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A New Lease of Life for Audio Research

While the outlook didn't look so good for iconic US brand Audio Research when it filed for receivership in April this...

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Reviews

Audio Research I/50 Integrated Amplifier Review

John Pickford auditions a surprisingly affordable high-end integrated valve amplifier…

Posted in: Amplifiers | Integrated Amplifier | Applause Awards | 2023 | Hi-Fi

Reviews

Audio Research Reference 6SE Preamplifier Review

Craig Joyce luxuriates in the silky sound of this high-end tube preamplifier…

Posted in: Amplifiers | Preamplifiers | Applause Awards | 2022 | Hi-Fi | StereoLUX!

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High End Munich 2022 Preview

High End Munich 2022 is here, and we are more than ready! Here's a taste of what to expect.

Posted in: Hi-Fi | Headphones | Home Theatre | HiFi Show

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Audio Research Announces I/50 Modular Valve Integrated Amplifier

Audio Research's I/50 modular integrated tube amplifier offers ease of use at a more attainable price point

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Audio Research Releases Reference 80S Power Amp

Audio Research's Reference 80S has half the power, but all the features of the larger power amps

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New Ownership for Audio Research

McIntosh Group has announced it has sold Audio Research to TWS Enterprises, a former employee, for its next chapter.

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Audio Research Sold to Former Employee

Audio Research Bought From McIntosh Group by TWS Enterprises

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