Brand: Audio research
The Audio Research SP-6 (also known as the SP-6 with 6B tubes) is a high-end audio preamplifier that was produced by Audio Research Corporation from the early 2000s until the mid-2010s. This tube-based preamplifier uses six 6BQ7 tubes in its input and driver stages, providing a warm, natural sound with detailed resolution and low noise floor. It offers a flexible range of features, including multiple inputs and outputs, balance and unbalanced connections, and optional phono stages. The SP-6 is considered a classic example of Audio Research's internationally recognized high standards in audio engineering and is renowned among audiophiles for its exceptional quality and performance.