I have vintage Mac gear...MC250, MA5100,so on. I recently auditioned new Mac...6600 or 6900,2275 integrateds and MC402. The newer Mac gear is more detailed, faster and more highly powered but still has characteristics of the older gear I have...a little warm and music just sounds right. I really liked it thought it pricey but ultimately, my intent is to upgrade but retain the older equipment as bakcup. I bought the stuff myself as a mature adult so its not sentimental...I just like the sound sometimes. I ahve other equipment that I rotate in and out but I always seem to come back to the Mac stuff. Sort of depends on what you want for peformance AND what you feel for sentiment. Just my $.02
McIntosh-Keep the Classics or Sell for Newer Gear?
I'm intersted in your opinions. I've got some great classic McIntosh gear - MC2300 power amp, C32 preamp as well as great MR7083 tuner. All in good shape cometically and functionally. All the gear is single owner...my Dad...and now I'm the proud owner. I'm really happy with the performance I'm getting. Has given new life to my music collection. But am I missing out on an opportunity? Question for any die-hard McIntosh fans...should I hold on to the gear and just be thankful I can call myself a McIntosh owner? Or would I be better off selling and use the money towards a more modern...but affordable integrated solution from McIntosh (ex. MA6600 or MA6300)? Any words of wisdom out there?