Well, things changed: just as I was going to0 pull the trigger on the 402, I ran into a pair of MC-501s and took them.
McIntosh C-2200 or C-46 with MC-402???
Okay, a question for McIntosh users (or those familiar with the gear) out there -- need some advice and input!
You're setting up an MC-402 in your system and feeling awfully good about life. Now, you decide to chuck your other (very nice) preamps and put together a matching set. Why not, right?
The obvious choices are the 2200 tubed preamp and the 46 solid state preamp.
I've heard all these pieces, but have not been able to audition them as above (switching preamps, that is).
I generally like the "euphonic" quality of tubes, but always notice the trade-off in fine detail when you move back to solid state. Apples, oranges. I'm wondering if the 2200 is one of those rare pieces that gives you tube joy without the losses? How about matching up to the amp? Big money, big decision, so I'd appreciate your answers!
You're setting up an MC-402 in your system and feeling awfully good about life. Now, you decide to chuck your other (very nice) preamps and put together a matching set. Why not, right?
The obvious choices are the 2200 tubed preamp and the 46 solid state preamp.
I've heard all these pieces, but have not been able to audition them as above (switching preamps, that is).
I generally like the "euphonic" quality of tubes, but always notice the trade-off in fine detail when you move back to solid state. Apples, oranges. I'm wondering if the 2200 is one of those rare pieces that gives you tube joy without the losses? How about matching up to the amp? Big money, big decision, so I'd appreciate your answers!