McIntosh MC275 as Monoblocks - A Good Idea?

I have used a MC275 on 802Ds and felt the same way about the bass and dynamics. The mids and highs are much better than a Mac SS though so i dont know if a 402 is the answer. Recently I added a BagEnd Infrasub 18 to the mix. All I can say is wham bam thank you mam. I was rocking out on the White Stripes but still had that sweet midrange for Holly Coles vocals. I would say two 275's and a great sub would get you where you want to be.

Thanx guys for your comments! Rgurney, since you have two 275s - what exactly is the difference between monoblocks and one stereo 275 in terms of sound? I'm sure you did comparisons!

I have to agree with Velo62 and the others above. Given your preference for heavy metal CD's, adding another tubed amp (MC275) still wouldn't sound as good as adding a Mac SS amp.
I do indeed run two MC275 IV's as monoblocks driven by a C200 Pre. But I play mostly classical and jazz and my source is more often vinyl than CD. With that combination it is heaven.

I have an MHT-100 (love it!) and use an MC-252 for the fronts where a pair of Totem Mani-2s reside. I rotate in a VT-100 Mk-II now and then for variety. Am happy with the Mac combo.

no need to buy another brand,you gotta remember that old mac is tired a was never designed for such demands as heave metal.

as velo62 suggested get a mc402 or even a mc352,tubes are nice & all but when you wanna rock mac solid state is the ticket.

mike.

Either a Mac SS amp would help or try another brand. The Mcintosh/SF combo could be too warm and romantic for metal.

Nope, I would go for the solid state MC402. Better dynamics, lots of slam for heavy metal and a huge asthetic improvement with your MHT100. Sell your 275 and add the $$ you would be spending for a 2nd and buy the MC402. With the money saved I bet you could upgrade your Grand Pianos to the next model up. Best of luck