Mcintosh MC2102 vs Cary Audio CAD 120s

I'm having a difficult decision picking up one of these gems. Any input would be greatly appreciated..

camcocel10-22-2010 2:52pm

polk432 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,142 posts 10-23-2010 at 01:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I got to hear the Mac275 and the Cary CAD120's thru Wilson Sophia II's. The Mac ran cooler, but the Cary sounded better, so I bought the Cary. I used to own a Mac 7270 for 18 years. I'll never knock a Mac amp.
onemug Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 784 posts 10-23-2010 at 06:14pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete They are both nice. One thing I like about the Cary is it's ability to run the KT88's in UL or Triode mode at the touch of a button. You will lose half the power in the triode mode, you may gain something your ears really like.
jimbobtex Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 10 posts 10-25-2010 at 05:13am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm running two MC2102s in Mono and rest assured they don't sound like SS amps. They're lush, liquid and silky sounding. They're also beautiful amps. Go with Mcintosh.