I really like the new Mcintosh gear. I currently have the MA6900 integrated and I'm upgrading to the MC2102 and C2200 tubed components. The MA6900 is basically the MC202 and C42 preamp in one box. The 402 is a step up in quality, but should be paired with a good Mcintosh preamp to get the most benefit. I really like the Mcintosh sound. it just works in my system. Full bodied, dynamic, great bass, clean, a bit of warmth. And they look really good. Your friend may be recommending the new gear because the older, or rather middle age Mcintosh gear is supposedly not as good. They recently brought back one of the original Mcintosh guys and he's been bringing the designs back up to the level of the early Mcintosh, but of course with new technology. The only problem with the autoformers is their weight. Ugh! Some say Mcintosh is good with B&W, but I like it with Tannoy speakers.
McIntosh and Autoformers. . .?
What is an Autoformer, and what kind of difference will it make to the sound? I heard some B&W 803's the other day with the McIntosh 402, and it sounded absolutely unreal! I was so impressed, I am thinking of dumping my current SET gear, and going with McIntosh and B&W's.
A freidn tells me that I only want the new McIntosh stuff with the Autoformers. I don't know why. Will the 202 have similar sonic characteristics to the 402? What about the 6900?
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A freidn tells me that I only want the new McIntosh stuff with the Autoformers. I don't know why. Will the 202 have similar sonic characteristics to the 402? What about the 6900?
Thanks!
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