Leben CS600 vs McIntosh MC275


I am looking for a tube amplifier to drive a pair of Harbeth M30.1. Leben CS600 integrated and MC275 power amp are on my list. Has anyone audition/tried/compared both of them? Which one you prefer and why? Which is a better match for the Harbeth?
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MC275 has a more gutsy powerful presentation and it is also more fluid. The Leben has better micro dynamics and micro details. It has a certain sparkle in its sound which is makes for a lively presentation.

If your speaker needs more power, get the MC275.

If you listen to Rock, pop, blues, big band more then the more gutsy and driving sound of MC275 will be more enjoyble. If you are into small ensemble Jazz, Acoustic music get the Leben.