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Deciding Between the Marantz Model 30 and McIntosh MA252

Hi group! first-time poster :)
I'm trying to decide between the Marantz Model 30 and the McIntosh MA 252 integrated amplifiers.
I will use it for streaming Qobuz and Tidal via a Bluesound Node using an external DAC and driving a couple of Triangle Gaïa floor-standing speakers.

There are not many other options in my country to consider, both integrated amps sound great, but sadly I cannot test them at home.
Any thoughts about the comparison will be appreciated.

Thanks!

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oddiofyl
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Yeah , that is tough not being able to audition.  Those two units could not be more different…..

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oddiofyl
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No experience with the Marantz.   By all accounts ts it a nice unit.   I have used the McIntosh.   I like it , some don't like the new form factor.   I though it sounded good,  I have said before that as would buy one for a second room.   I like it.  The problem with buying based with someone's recommendation is that you are getting what they like, not necessarily what you like.  It IS a McIntosh so down the road if you want to sell you will get most of your investment back.  Not the case with the Marantz,   

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