Another MC402 Question

I have the opportunity to buy an MC402 for $4000....very good shape.

I generally like tubes better than SS but I thought I might pick up an MC402.

Have you owned an MC402 and have you heard a SS amp in the $4K price range that you liked better than the MC402?

I haven't mentioned the rest of my system because it could change.

chinook904-07-2022 12:47pm

fundsgon Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 150 posts 04-08-2022 at 10:25am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks Theo, I'll dream of a new ARC preamp for Easter. Who knows, maybe the bunny will hide one for me.
hugothegreat Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8 posts 04-08-2022 at 01:29pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have had an MC402 for 15 years and it is an excellent amp.
vanson1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 126 posts 04-08-2022 at 02:03pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Mcintosh makes well built long lasting amplifiers that sound great but not lively and detailed. I own a 452 and a rebuild 2300. My other amplifiers like my jc5 just sound more like a live performance. However, I would not give up my Mac amplifiers for anything. If you need to sell one they'll always sell for what you paid for them if you buy used. Go for it.
theo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,658 posts 04-09-2022 at 03:43am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Good luck fundsgon, the rabbits in my yard won’t even bring me a Cadbury Egg very selfish critters