In Reply to: What is it about audiophiles and meters and handles? posted by Dave_K on May 22, 2016 at 09:42:08:
I own an Audio Research SP-15 preamp, with the handles.
They are for rack mounting. Which was the original intent with early ARC. The design just stuck.
The ARC handles can be taken off, though the panel is still the extra wide for rack mounting. For amplifiers, I own a 60lb amp and I am very glad it has handles.
I also own another 80lb device, Furman REF 20i, and it does NOT have handles. It is a PITA to move around. Ditto the 60 lb PS Audio P600.
BTW, Bryston offer rack, no rack handle options. Same price with or without.
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- Handles are so you can actually move the amplifier. ARC 'rack look' aside. - Smelly_Socks 20:39:50 05/22/16 (0)