McIntosh 2105 Amp and C-26 Pre


I recently found a McIntosh 2105 amp and a C-26 Pre-amp in my basement. Does anyone have any experience with either of these pieces. How would they compare to todays highend equipment?
rivercitylad

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tuner. . . 74 I think (?).

I love the 2105 amp. BIG difference over my SAE 502. The 32 preamp is, well, interesting. It seems to make a bit of a racket upon start-up. I'm not sure what causes the buzzing but after several minutes of warm-up it eventually quiets down. They are a good match.

I've moved the 2105, 32, and 74 to my "listening" room and am now considering speaker options. Any recommendations for viable small-room speakers? Magnepans maybe? I dunno.

I do like the NAD 1600 pre/SAE 502 amp combo for the living room set up as it tends to be more casual listening. The feel is much different, not quite as warm as the "MAC room".

I say keep the gear and enjoy it!