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Who has a McIntosh C70 anniversary preamp? Thoughts?

I'm thinking of selling my BHK pre. The C70 intrigues me plus it has tone controls (I like to boost bass a bit at low listening levels). I'm also looking for a little more "tubey" sound. Yes, I can roll tubes on the BHK...its just the C70 seems to have everything I want in a pre.
aberyclark
smodtactical
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I wonder how C900U compares to more high end tube pres like  ARC Ref 6, ref6SE, VAC renaissance MK V
roadsterluver
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I've had the C70 for about six months now.  Upgraded the tubes to Gold Lion.  I'm running it with a Benchmark AHB2 amp and DAC3L.  I've had many Mac preamps over the years and all have been very good in their own ways.  The C70 is perfect, the culmination of Mac's pursuit of excellence.  You will not be sorry if this is your choice.

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femoore12
683 posts
 

I have the C2700. It’s fantastic. I use the built in DAC module and have changed the stock tubes to NOS Mullards and Telefunken. I cannot imagine any reason to ever replace it. 

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