Introducing the ARC I/50 Integrated Amplifier | Musically Sublime
Audio Research I/50 Integrated Amplifier
The I/50 Integrated Amplifier is the first product in an all-new series from Audio Research. Functionally simple, visually engaging, and musically sublime - the I/50 takes music listening to a whole new experience. Hand-crafted in Minnesota, the I/50 is built with the same attention to detail as all other Audio Research products - each one even gets its own listening test with sonic designer, Warren Gehl.
Available in six colors, the I/50 features Cerakote finishes for a beautiful and long-lasting look. The modular design allows for the installation of two audio modules - a Phono Stage, and a D/A Converter (to come in 2022). The high current, 50 watt per channel amplifier is capable of driving a wide variety of speakers. A headphone jack allows for personal listening time.
The I/50 is designed to be easy to use, and has three controls on its top panel - Power, Input, and Volume. Two LexieTubes® provide display information for input selection and volume.
Two matched pairs of 6550WE vacuum tubes, along with three 6922 tubes, stand in front of the perforated transformer cover.
Three single-ended inputs and one XLR input provide connectivity for most systems, along with 4- and 8- Ohm speaker taps to accommodate your speaker of choice. One input can be assigned for pass-through function.
As with all Audio Research products, the I/50 is built entirely in ARC's Minnesota facility by a team of skilled technicians and expert craftspeople. Offered in six colors, the I/50 is the first product completely finished in-house.
The Audio Research finishing lab encompasses a purpose-built painting facility and laser imaging and marking machines to produce a luxurious finish normally found only on much more expensive products. The Cerakote finish is not only beautiful, but designed to be enduring and easy to maintain.
The Audio Research finishing lab encompasses a purpose-built painting facility and laser imaging and marking machines to produce a luxurious finish normally found only on much more expensive products. The Cerakote finish is not only beautiful, but designed to be enduring and easy to maintain.
Thanks to the substantial power supply and high current design, the I/50
provides controlled and dynamic playback - even on challenging speakers. The Phono module
provides 42 dB of gain, allowing a wide choice of moving magnet and high-output moving coil
cartridges. The D/A Converter will have multiple connection options and an array of decoding formats
to accommodate the wide spectrum of music formats and resolutions.
The performance of the I/50 belies its compact design. 50 watts of all-vacuum tube power energize your speakers with beautiful and lifelike music. Designed by the Audio Research engineering team and fine-tuned by Warren Gehl, the I/50 has been given the same level of care and attention as ARC's Reference Series products. The ability of the I/50 to reconstruct a musical experience will thrill and excite all who hear it.
Availability
The Audio Research I/50 Integrated will be available for demo & purchase in-store. We anticipate receiving our stock units soon - contact us for more information or to set-up a private audition!
