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Downsize from C2200/MC275 to integrated SS

As I am getting older, I am thinking of reducing the number of audio components in my living room. Tape recorder has gone down to the basement time capsule, my flagship Technics cassette player will soon follow.

Cable clutter is getting difficult to handle due to space restrictions, and frequent lumbago’s.

Looking to replace my McIntosh C2200 preamp, MC275 power amp and an excellent European phono stage with an integrated amp.

I am extremely satisfied with my current setup, I am just tired of scrambling behind furniture to connect cables every time cleaning is required.

The loudspeakers are Coincident Technology 93db sensitivity.

Should I expect equivalent sound quality if I jump to something like an Esoteric or Accuphase?

Or European jobs like NAGRA or Burmester?

And would a Class A unit match my tube sound better than AB?

 

 

 

 

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fastfreight
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If you are looking at Nagra and Burmester, you should look at the Audionet Humboldt.  Probably the best integrated, but does not include a phono. It is LARGE.  If you like your double tubed McIntosh sound, any of these SS integrateds will sound different.

For an awesome preamp with onboard phono and amazing DAC, consider a Mola Mola Makua and keep your tubed amp.  Don't overlook the onboard DAC; you will end up using it!

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