I had a home demo on a MA6500 six months ago, using a good quality CD system and Magnepan 3.6R's. Despite being an avid tube fan, I found the sound of this SS overly warm and distinctly colored. It had poor transparency and just wasn't very musical. I know that this isn't an ideal combination with a 3.6R, but neither was the 55 watt integrated Conrad Johnson that I had on hand, and that sounded great with the Magnepan's, way, way better than the Mac.
I've tried other Mac gear that I liked, so I'm not Mac bashing by any means, just passing along my observations.
You don't mention what speakers you are using, but if they are fairly efficient, why not try a tubed integrated....there are some bargains around and much better sonically than the Mac 6500 ...In my humble opinion
Rooze
I've tried other Mac gear that I liked, so I'm not Mac bashing by any means, just passing along my observations.
You don't mention what speakers you are using, but if they are fairly efficient, why not try a tubed integrated....there are some bargains around and much better sonically than the Mac 6500 ...In my humble opinion
Rooze