set of original capacitors
Looking for an Amp Replacement
I am in need of advice and direction on replacing my ML 23.5 amp. While replacing the power caps a cap on the output board was damaged and is no longer available. The most viable right now option is to start looking for a replacement amp and to complete repair down the road or scrap it... (was purchased used maybe 10 years ago)
It is for a second system that is mainly used for background and light listening to streamed/internet radio and the occasional CD and playback from NAS storage using JRiver.
Currently have pulled my Perreaux 3150 out of retirement and have been using that with acceptable results. Looking at a used amp for better bang for the buck return in the 150-200wpc and a budget of 2-3k+/-
Rest of system comprises of
ARC ls28, PSA DSD, Magnum Dynalab 801, Shahinian Acoustics Obelisk, Sony XA5400es CD
I liked the sound I was able to get from this set up with the ML, but have a bad experience with a 333 in main system a while back and as such I do not have a lot of faith in their newer gear.
While not expecting someone to have identical components, would like to hear from tube/ss combos people as I am using this in three systems and really like the overall sound.
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The only powerful amp I owned was a McIntosh MC2250. This is a very clean one:
................................................... Published Specs say 250 wpc, mine tested at one of Harvey’s ’McIntosh ’Lab Day’ at 305 wpc within specs. Lab tech told me that was typical for this model. ’Lab Day’.: You scheduled an appointment with a McIntosh tech at Harvey’s on 45th Street, they re-certified your used piece, gave you documentation .... Lugging that 80 lb beast is an unforgettable experience. It was a gift from a friend in NYC. I pre-scheduled the appt, picked up the amp at 55th and Madison, straight to Harvey’s. I had a compact rolling cart, like airline people use, amp in a protective bag, strapped to the cart. Couldn’t tell what it was, a big rock perhaps. Got a cab, little Japanese driver, we got the beast in the trunk together. He looks at me, no words, but a WTF expression. Down 5th Ave, right on 45th Street. Big Sign ’McIntosh’ hanging across the width of the store. Cab driver sees sign, points at the trunk, says ’McIntosh?'. I say YES, he smiles big time, opens trunk, refuses my help, pulls the monster out by himself, and bows like I was the Emperor.
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I never had a Rotel, other's here speak well of them New In the Box stereophile review https://www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/608/index.html
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I have had several Onkyo pieces, loved them all, this is their Integra Line, 200 wpc " Returns: 60 days returns. Seller pays for return shipping. See details" |