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Mcintosh MA2275 what's better

I listen to mostly rock but love all music if it's good.... I'm looking for options in the tube integrated realm because of space ( apartment ) also I don't listen at loud levels. I love my Mac but I miss the sound of my classic Audio Research gear I owned in the past. ARC's integrated is on my list. One specific problem I have with the Mac is that drums do not come alive, Just a hair too laid back.
Thanks.
lesvan

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tzh21y
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The mac's do have a laid back sound, I will agree with that. I would not say that ARC is better, it is definitely a different sound. CAT Amps have a very good sound. I would say probably better than McIntosh, but quite a bit more. If you can afford I would listen to them. They are wonderful. I have also heard very good things about Lamm Audio as well. As far as the drums go, what kind of source are you using?
tzh21y
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I agree that the amp with the attenuators is the one to get. They also have the gold plated xlr connections which were also dropped. I think the Mark 1V is the one with all of the goodies and earlier models. I can see where he is saying that the Mc's have a laid back sound compared to ARC. It to me has a fantastic musical presentation. Much better than almost everything I have ever heard. Maybe it could be something else in your system that needs tweaking.
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