had the same thought as Majic , was thinking of sellign my C41 to use a MCD 301 or MCD500 as a one box solution. But after reading Majic's post I am changing my mind. My C41 is a nice solid state preamp. I also used a C712 before moving on to the C41. The difference is definitely noticeable. Sound is more three dimensional with the C41, more detail and more relax sounding. Though the C712 certinaly delivers a wide soundstage and powerful dynamics.
I have heard C46 in a dealer and I thought it sounded more or less like a C41. Of course, different speakers and setup, but I don't hink there is much difference between the two preamps. The next logical step up the big Mac chain would be the C1000. I wouldn't mess around with anything in between.
I have heard C46 in a dealer and I thought it sounded more or less like a C41. Of course, different speakers and setup, but I don't hink there is much difference between the two preamps. The next logical step up the big Mac chain would be the C1000. I wouldn't mess around with anything in between.