Is it possible to convert this amp to have balanced inputs? (Audio Research VS55, schematic attached)

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SoaDMTGguy said:
@6L6 I wasn't sure if the transformer would preserve the noise rejection. That's fantastic! I have to have crossover boxes inline anyway for my speakers, I could probably combine them with a transformer and run them at the end of the line.

@tonyEE I bought the LS5 because I already bought the SP10 and didn't like it (too many knobs). The LS5MkII is supposed to be the best line stage ARC made, short of maybe the reference stuff. If I like it, and if balanced connections do make a difference over adapters, I can work on converting my equipment to all-balanced. I currently have a D-70Mk2. I am getting the VS55 to move to an open design. My amp sits at the front of the room, centered between the speakers, and becomes the defect centerpiece. I want something that looks the part. Right now the only VS115 is $2,900, which is more than I want to spend "just" to get balanced connections. As I said before, if I do see it making a difference with my DAC (which is balanced) I'll prioritize upgrading.
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Yep. LS5 is very good, really good. I think they actually made a Mk III as well... Can you get it upgraded with teflon caps? I know other "Special Edition" line stages from ARC support that. The difference is worth every penny. Both of my CJ preamps have the teflon cap upgrades and it's not subtle.

The biggest mistake in audio I've ever made was selling my other D70-II. I had two of them. close in serial numbers.

Do you want to dump 😉 yours ? You can PM me. I may have a spare Pearl 2 in the near future... ;-)

The 115 has much more power. Depending on the speakers, doubling that power will make a huge difference.

Too many knobs.... WTH? Repent! There's never enough knobs, lights, switches, boxes, cables!!!!
 
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