Mcintosh or Pass to JBL 4367


To a pair of JBL 4367 what would be a better match, McIntosh C2700 & MC452 or Pass XP-22 & X250.8?

n_brio

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@n_brio 

I have a pair of JBL 4349's which have a 12" woofer with a waveguide, similar to the 4367 (though the 4367 is higher up on the JBL food chain).  I'm using a McIntosh C53 preamp into a MC312 (MC452 runs my JBL subs with an MEN220 as a digital crossover).  It's delightfully smooth, never harsh, lots of detail and I can listen for hours with no fatigue.  I don't feel the need to upgrade or make a change.

In my opinion, there is something to be said for synergy when choosing a preamp and amp combo.  Your choices seem quite logical to me by choosing a preamp and amp from the same manufacturer.  I bet both combos would sound fantastic.