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Bought a new McIntosh amp

Hello folks !
I just bought a new MC152 and now having doubts about my decision. I currently have Rotel RB-1552 mkII / RC1572 setup driving a pair of Paradigm 800f. I have not opened the sealed box yet because I’m thinking of returning the amp to be exchanged for new speakers (Klipsch) and an Rotel RB-1582 amp (more power 200w p/c).
While at Audio Advice store, I went in another demo room and listened to a Heresy IV driven by a different McIntosh setup ( MC462) and I was impressed but the mind was still on the path of getting the mc152 instead of replacing speakers.
Is it safe bet to just keep the mc152 and get a feel of speaker change later ?
I’d like to hear opinions good or bad about the MC152. Thanks !


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curlyhifi
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McIntosh builds some of the finest equipment on the market today.
Like no other brand their marketing philosophy has over the years made them who they are today. The MC 152 will give you the look but will be shy of the sound from the Mc 462 Keep in mind when you start your auditioning process the bigger the Mac the more you're going to enjoy the sound.
At your current level you will enjoy the Klipsch & Rotell. IMHO I would go with the Mac when you are ready to go big.
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