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new mc312 or used mc452 ?
FriendMcIntosh has been around since 1949 and has had an excellent reputation for all the decades since.  That said, they have performance level per dollar figured out in that you get what you pay for in their line.  The 452 is designed to drive m... 
new mc312 or used mc452 ?
FriendMcIntosh has been around since 1949 and has had an excellent reputation for all the decades since.  That said, they have performance level per dollar figured out in that you get what you pay for in their line.  The 452 is designed to drive m... 
Mark Levinson No.5101
FriendYour interest is in a company with a great track record.  However, Digital Technology has marched so far that the difference between $2K and $5K or more is not as wide as it used to be a decade ago.That said, please look at Chord, Lumin, and... 
Spectral audio today
FriendAll of those brands are top notch and would more than likely give you different presentations more than one besting the other.  That said, since satisfaction with Audio Equipment is so subjective - it will be vital to audition before purchas... 
Which is the best upgrade for the money for steaming from lap to through amp?
FriendI really appreciate the post!  Now visit www.hdtracks.com and www.nativedsd.com to begin shopping for some good Music. 
Which is the best upgrade for the money for steaming from lap to through amp?
FriendYou should have a complete System after your Wireworld arrives!  With a MacBook Pro and its already stellar design feeding the excellent Wireworld which will feed the McIntosh MHA100 - you should be in the house for quite awhile enjoying Mus... 
Which is the best upgrade for the money for steaming from lap to through amp?
FriendPlease post your decisions and results. 
Which is the best upgrade for the money for steaming from lap to through amp?
FriendMacBook Pro’s already have outstanding power supplies that include great power conditioning - which contributes to their stellar performance.Your best bang for the Money would be a good Digital USB cable.   If your budget is limited visit Be... 
Brumeister 061 performance
Friend To your point,  as long as you have all the relevant information and have calculated the pros and cons - the only thing to do is make the purchase and enjoy.  The research I conducted  confirmed that the Burmester 061 contains the CD Pro 2 ... 
Brumeister 061 performance
FriendBurmester makes some of the most attractive equipment you can find;  and from an aesthetic standpoint you would be very satisfied with any piece you  have the opportunity to purchase.Now,  from a purely Sonics and reliability standpoint you ... 
New CD players versus older CD players
FriendIt is clear that top tier companies  such as DCS , Playback Designs, and Spectral have the funding and skill to  push a format that started in the 1980s even further.  However,  one has to wonder at some point what they will do if the optica... 
Trying to get a general idea of SQ hierarchy for combo pre/DAC vs separate boxes
FriendHTH answered correctly; there is no one answer due to the various combinations that can yield various results at different price points.  More Money spent does not always equate to superior performance over more economical gear.  As should b... 
Trying to get a general idea of SQ hierarchy for combo pre/DAC vs separate boxes
FriendYou can keep the Oppo for movies; but the Digital Front End and Amplification should be upgraded.  If you want to stay with Integrated Amplification McIntosh has some impressive options starting at $3500 with the MC252.  As for digital, Benc... 
Trying to get a general idea of SQ hierarchy for combo pre/DAC vs separate boxes
FriendThe comparison of DAC to Amplifier compared to DAC to Preamplifier to Amplifier will depend largely on the combinations of components.  When you start spending big Money on DAC's you get into better output sections in many (not all) cases - ... 
Best CDs
FriendYou have some fun research ahead of you!  The quick answer is yes - there are labels that manufacture with an emphasis on Audiophile quality; however, availability of specific artists, genre, and recordings on those mediums becomes an issue....