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What McIntosh Amp With Thiel 3.6 Speakers?

My current main system has a Mac MC-150 Amplifier and Thiel 3.5 speakers. While I enjoy the sound of my system; I've wanted to upgrade to the larger Thiel 3.6s for some time. Not only are the 3.6s a newer model; but from listening several times, I've concluded they have deeper bass and a somewhat more balanced sound. Now that I have the means to make this upgrade, I'm having some doubts if my MC-150 can properly drive the 3.6s. I would appreciate some feedback regarding a suitable Mac Amp to pair with the 3.6s. I should also mention that I mostly play classical and pop music at low to moderate levels; and my listening room is approx. 20 feet wide and 17 feet deep.
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aball
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Hackmaster - I am shocked at a McIntosh dealer saying that the MC352 is the smallest amp with autoformers! And the 652?? What the heck is that??? If it replaces the 602, very few would have heard it at this point in time. This is just amazing. I am constantly surprised at how many dealers know nothing about the equipement they sell. Oh well....
aball
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I have always been disappointed by the fact that the 202 does not have visible autoformers. That size amp is perfect for me but I wish it has the same autoformer look as the 352. However, if cost is not an issue, I would definately go with the 352. I have listened to one at length and just love it more than any other I have critically listened to (and the list is long). I have heard it play B&W N802s and Paradigm Reference 100s and in each case the sound was incomparable, with effortless presence, satisfying detail, and an incredibly smooth warm musical sound replete with impressive 3D imaging. I just get mesmerized by it and can't wait till I can afford one. Good luck - Arthur
aball
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nope! I found a few but none for sale. I am not in a big hurry anyway because I love my current McIntoshes and am very satisfied with them.
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