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McIntosh Tubes / Triangle Speakers

For the past year, I have enjoyed the lush sound which has been produced from my Jolida 502B integrated amp (modified through Underwood HiFi) feeding a pair of Triangle Naia ES speakers. Rest of system consists of a Sony NS999ES used as transport and a MF Tri Vista Dac 21 (also modified by Underwood). All electronics are going through one of two PS Audio P500 power plants.

I am starting to get the upgrade itch and, thinking that the Jolida represents the weakest link in the system, am considering a Mac C2200 preamp and MC275 Amp. Eventually, I plan to also upgrade the digital front end (likely the next upgrade) and then the speakers. However, because I will be owning the Naia's for the next two to three years at least, I was wondering if anyone has experienced these speakers (or any speakers in the Triangle line) with Mac electronics.

Would the Macs be a good match with these speakers, or are there other tube electronics I should be considering?
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bcollins
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If you can afford the McIntosh you will never regret the purchase. I'm currently using the MC275/C220 combo with great satisfaction. Most people who purchase the C2200 seem to to be happy as well. The C220 is less money and and is close in sonic character. Many feel that the C220 is a little smoother with better bass, and that the C2200 is slightly more detailed. I never compared side by side, but have listened to both and am very happy with the C220. I've never heard your speakers, but the Triangles I have heard are an easy load and would be fine with the Mac combo. Good luck,
-Bill
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