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Any McIntosh C46 users??

Hello! I am considering this preamp to upgrade from my trusty little McIntosh C712. One of the main reasons is for the equalizer because I have been doing in-room response measurements that have brought some room issues to my attention. I have the TAS review of it but they left out one of the equalizer values. They listed 7 when there should be 8 and I see a hole between 70Hz and 300Hz which I suspect is the missing value. Can anyone read it off your preamp? That is the zone that needs correction and I am estimating the preamp's potential effectiveness.

Also any opinions about its sound is appreciated. Comparisons with other preamps are most helpful for me.

Thanks!
Arthur
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denman
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Art,
The Eq.band you're referring to is 150 hz.As far as comparing the two preamps.The C46 even without the Eq.feature is sonically far superior to the C15.One of the main reasons is it's fully balanced,and best used with balanced cables.Mine is used with a MC352 power amp,and they are both keepers.A C42 is an identical unit except fpr the display and bulb type back lighting.Find a used one and save some money.Mac amps offer a great combo.
Dennis
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