I would recommend considering the C22. I just purchased, updated the tubes - amazing. I am using a Levinson No. 333 amp. There pair very well.
C49- or c8 preamp
I currently own an McIntosh c49 and thinking about switching to a tube preamp. I am not able to listen before I buy. I am interested in opinions on which you prefer (c49 or c8). Also any opinions on the McIntosh c2700 or audio research LS28SE Line-Stage would be appreciated. Tho, not sure I want to spend the extra cash to get one of these
Thx.
Current set up
McIntosh C49, McIntosh mc312, vandersteen treo CT.