What is low end / bass like MC 275 McIntosh tube amp?


Just curious. I’ve only heard the 275 at low volumes or with bookshelf speakers. The mids and highs sound really smooth. Compared to a SS amp, in general, does one lose much low end? 
aberyclark

Showing 1 response by oldhvymec

MC275s, I own a 1961 and a CE GG, bass is not a problem.. Both early and later models. I use to run VMPS TIIse (2 x 12" bass drivers each).

They can ROCK... Late night listening.. Christal clear too.

A MC240, actually sounds better to me.. 6L6 valve. (I own a pair of those too).  Tough to beat the mids with 6L6s. MC30 with 6L6s are tough to beat.. MC60 with 6550s.. Bass is not a problem.. Either one..
4-24 ohm speakers work very well too.. Some valve amps don't like 4 ohm to much.. Macs will tap a 2 ohms, no problems, run HOT, but run fine.

Regards