Audio Research VT-200 with amp stand, extra faceplate and AQ 72V DBS cables

As you may know I'm offering this outstanding amp and the 3 associated items at a very fair price.  

This is a magnificent amplifier aesthetically, electronically and sonically.  It functions perfectly and has been very well cared for.  It doesn't have as much as a single scratch on it.  My very conservative estimate is that the tubes have been used approximately 400 hours.  All of the tubes are labeled for their respective sockets. 

I experimented with several interconnects and found that the Audioquest Columbia 72V DBS xlr's have wonderful synergy with this amp.  The imaging, width, and depth of the soundstage are extraordinary.  These cables belong with the amp so I'll include them with the sale. You can have a one meter pair or a two meter pair. 

I also have a great Zoethecus amp stand as shown.  I'll include that in the sale as well. 

Finally, if you prefer a black faceplate to match your components I have one in pristine condition that I'll send along to you.  

It kills me to sell this but it's not practical given that time only allows for short listening sessions these days. 

I'll take care of the Paypal fees and will ship this in its original box.  I can ship it FedEx or UPS, buyer to pay actual cost.  I'll send an estimate if you would like.  I'm not going to use the inaccurate Audiogon calculator, please ignore it. 

Some info from ARC...

Tubes
: 16/6550 10/6992...... (8 matched pairs) 6550C power output, (6) 6922 driver,
(4) 6922 input.  

The
VT200 vacuum tube stereo power amplifier is the most powerful of the three
VT-series models. Rated at 200 watts per channel into a wide range of speaker
loads, the VT200 encompasses a "dual mono" circuit layout reaching
back to the massive single power transformer. Eight matched pair of 6650C
output tubes and 674 joules of distributed energy storage give the VT200
unwavering control over the most difficult speaker loads, without sacrificing
dynamic freedom or musical nuance.

Separate
left and right input and output circuit boards, with distributed power
supplies, keep signal path lengths at a minimum for quicker transient attack
and explosive musical dynamics. As with other VT models, constant-current
sources in the input stage help maintain stable drive characteristics and
differential balance of the output stage under the rapidly changing demands of
actual music reproduction. Ultralinear output transformers with partial cathode
coupling to the output terminals give the VT200 higher efficiency and lower output
impedance than conventional vacuum-tube amplifiers. This results in better
control of the loudspeaker throughout its frequency and impedance spectrum.   

Both
single-ended (100K ohms) and balanced (200K ohms) inputs are included to allow
use with any high-quality stereo preamplifier. Custom-machined, gold-over-brass
five-way output terminals allow a secure, high-contact connection to a variety
of speaker impedances: 1, 2, 4, 8 or 16 ohms. 

Internally,
the VT200 presents a very open architecture within a spacious, rugged chassis.
A single cooling fan operable at three different speeds provides unobstrusive
cooling of interior components, including the vacuum tubes mounted along the
chassis sidewalls.   

Biasing
of the output tubes is easily accomplished via two trim pots for each channel,
accessible through holes located along each sidewall of the chassis. Complete
retubing kits of tested, selected and matched tubes for the VT200 are available
through authorized Audio Research dealers, or from the factory.