The MR-71 is clearly better than the'67--and is the tube tuner which several prominent reviewers use (in modified or rebuilt condition). However, having owned all 3, I would without question or hesitation suggest you get the MR-78. It is way better than a stock '71 in every way (I haven't heard all of the modified '71s). I use tubes for everything else, but the '78 is the best tuner I have ever heard. Good luck. Roger
Best Mac tube FM tuner: MR67 or MR71??
OK- buying my first ever FM tuner (and hopefully last). I have done some research, and narrowed it down to probably a vintage McIntosh tube model (looking for that tube warmth and musicality- apparently the classic Mac tube-based FM tuners are good in this regard). Anyone compared the two? (with or without 'mods'). Thanks