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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?

Thanks!

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tmare
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I own B&W 800D, and I don’t think McIntosh is the best amp for B&W. It sounded rather awful when I demoed one.

I love how it looks, so I will try again when I change my speakers. (planning now).

Edit
yes, I also think First Watt is a much better amp, although it looks rather unimpressive and no power...
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