I decided to order the Mac MC611 and C12000 (12000c & 12000ST) preamp to start with.
Mac MA 12000 integrated amp vs. Mac separates?
I wonder how much better sound quality would be using Mac Separates (mc611 pair), c2700 (or more expensive c1100 or c12000 preamps) than the new MA12000. Obvious the cost difference is doubled or tripled depending on which preamp.