I opted for the C2200 (recommended to me by Frank Gow) and then upgraded to the C2300. I chose the C2300 over the C220 because 1) meters in case I use non-metered amps 2) MC phono stage 3) able to change pre settings with the remote from my listening position. The C220 is a great entry into Mc seperated but you will yearn to upgrade later on. I can say with my C2300 I have no desire to upgrade. I use my C2300 with a MC452 amp (previously a MC252 amp).
