McIntosh - is it that great?


I'm just curious if McIntosh gear is all that great. How does their older power amps compare to new products from other high end manufactures? Are there any products I should stay away from. I like the idea of owning vintage McIntosh stuff. Most of their stuff seems pricy. Is it because it's that good or do people just like to collect their products. thanks for you opinions--Matt
mattman

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gentlemen:

i recently reviewed the c 220 preamp. it will be available for your reading pleasure in a few weeks on the website
audiophilia.com.

i also own the 275 amp.

what is greatness ?

i have no answer, as it is too subjective and moot.

i found the preamp free of any significant deviations from neutrality. the amp needs some tube changes before i have any serious comments. with the stock tubes, the sound is threadbare.