With your amps the c1000 in SS might be the best combo. It has been said by some wise posters in other threads that with higher end tube amps a SS preamp is superb. In any incarnation the c1000 is very satisfying. The three piece c1000/t/p is a nice option but from what I gather the users end up preferring one or the other. I have the c1000 in SS and have no desire to try anything else.
McIntosh owners - please help me decide ona preamp
Here are my options:
1. C500 c/t for $8000 - new
2. C1000 c/t for $10,000 - used less than 100 hours
3. C1000 c/t/p (all three pieces) - $14,000 - used, unsure of hours
Whatever I don't buy, will leave me with money for a 207, 151 or mcd1100.
My amps are the 2301. Speakers are Salon 2's.
Thanks!!!
1. C500 c/t for $8000 - new
2. C1000 c/t for $10,000 - used less than 100 hours
3. C1000 c/t/p (all three pieces) - $14,000 - used, unsure of hours
Whatever I don't buy, will leave me with money for a 207, 151 or mcd1100.
My amps are the 2301. Speakers are Salon 2's.
Thanks!!!