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McIntosh C-2200 Burn in time?

Just hooked up my new preamp. Have never owned a tube preamp. How long does it take for the Mac to start sounding it's best? Right now sounds a bit brite and the mids are thin and foward.

Also, has anyone noticed their Mac C-2200 picking up noise in the system? Have a lot coming through the speakers. Have a Mac MC-207 amp and Hyperion HPS-938 speakers. I know there is a bunch of Mac guys out there hoping I'm not the first one to have this problem!

Thanks
hawkeye43

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lapierre
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Hawkey I ended up replacing my tubes pretty quick. I talked to a lot of MC guys to gain more experience.

Let me know when you want to talk about which tubes to consider and where to buy.
lapierre
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Hawk double check outlets. Where is the preamp plugged in with all the other components stacked above it?

It maybe noise from the AC and other components.

What kind of outlets are you using? Audiophile grade or stock?
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