I have the latest McIntosh integrated = Ma12000...does everything well, most exceptional well. But you would not be downstaging...thing is huge, takes two people to move; more connectivity than you will ever use. On the analog side...the phone input is better than most separates...unless you spend as much on the phone stage as you did on the integrated. It will drive most speakers with ease. On the digital end...the DAC is good...and can be upgraded when newer DAC card comes out. Best of both worlds...tube preamp and s.s backend. Audio Excellence Canada did a great review:..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUKz4gXJwKc
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?