Thanks for the responses. I actually decided that it was silly to upgrade my turntable or build a system around LP's when I own so much great music on CD. Also, there's a good chance that I'll be moving to a MUCH bigger place in the next 6 months, which means I'll probably want a different setup for that room.
I've always loved B&W and McIntosh. I know there is better value to be had with other brands, but it occurred to me that going with these guys means that I'll have no problem if I decide to sell or trade up later.
I went in thinking I'd buy the B&W 805's, but was blown away by the PM1's. Not only were they more optimal for my small room setup and less expensive than the 805's, but in a head-to-head comparison I actually found them better/more musical over a much wider selection of source material. Blown away by the PM1's.
I'm currently pairing it with the McIntosh MAC6700 Receiver since they didn't have the MA5200 in stock.When it arrives in a month, I'm sure I'll just want to keep the 6700. But honestly, is there any good reason to have an amp that puts out 200 watts per channel when the PM1's only need 90-100?
If I do decide to take the MAC5200 when it arrives, I'l probably pick up the B&W PV1D sub or the ClearAudio Concept turntable.
Any thoughts on this setup for an office/listening room?
I've always loved B&W and McIntosh. I know there is better value to be had with other brands, but it occurred to me that going with these guys means that I'll have no problem if I decide to sell or trade up later.
I went in thinking I'd buy the B&W 805's, but was blown away by the PM1's. Not only were they more optimal for my small room setup and less expensive than the 805's, but in a head-to-head comparison I actually found them better/more musical over a much wider selection of source material. Blown away by the PM1's.
I'm currently pairing it with the McIntosh MAC6700 Receiver since they didn't have the MA5200 in stock.When it arrives in a month, I'm sure I'll just want to keep the 6700. But honestly, is there any good reason to have an amp that puts out 200 watts per channel when the PM1's only need 90-100?
If I do decide to take the MAC5200 when it arrives, I'l probably pick up the B&W PV1D sub or the ClearAudio Concept turntable.
Any thoughts on this setup for an office/listening room?