In addition to my McIntosh headphone amp, I have two McIntosh amps in my main system — an MC 8207 (solid state) and a MC 275 (tubes). I”ll bet that any McIntosh amp you acquire, in good shape, will make you happy. I would look for the best deal you can find within your budget and go for it, provided your speakers have efficiency that matches its output. Just FYI, I have very efficient speakers, I listen to music at about 80 dB, and most everything draws less than 5 watts! Enjoy!
Looking for a McIntosh amp that gives a great example of the “McIntosh Sound”
What is a good vintage or newer amp that has that “McIntosh sound” everyone loves. My budget is $3k and I want to stay solid state. I don’t want to debate McIntosh, I am looking specifically for McIntosh. The amp will be powering JM Lab Mini Utopias.