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mcintosh c2200 vs 2300 - sonic differences

I was wondering if someone with any experience with both can tell me if the C2300 is significantly sonically superior to the C2200. I currently have a BAT VK-31SE pre-amp driving a MC402 power. The BAT is an excellent pre and there is the concern that the above Macs will be a lateral move at best. However, the tubes on the BAT are starting to go again (replaced about one and a half years ago) and I'm growing weary of replacing them at $400 per set.
adamg

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sidssp
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How often do you listen? The BAT's tube should last much longer than one
and a half years unless you leave it on 24 hours a day. How do you know it is
about to go?

BTW, VK-31SE sounds closer to a solid state than tube. If you like its sound,
you might be disappointed with the Macs.
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