McIntosh Power Amp: MC 402 or MC 152

Looking for some thoughts about these amps; both are used, and the price is in the same neighborhood.

kingfish0601-31-2023 10:45pm

stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,300 posts 02-02-2023 at 06:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete MC 402. Your speakers will thank you!
superhonestben Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 196 posts 02-04-2023 at 03:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I find it interesting how some give blanket/blind recommendations without any knowledge of the system. I sold hi end audio for many yrs and have heard more gear in my house than most...by a country mile. I can tell you expensive equipment matched incorrectly produces a sound...its called Bad ! Suppose the OP has an original Sony cd player and a not so hot preamp, parking a 402 behind that would be a complete waste of money.
kingfish06 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1 posts 02-05-2023 at 03:42am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete All of you have given me something to think about. My goal is to find and purchase an MC 2500 or 2600 preamp. Currently use a Mac 4300V Reciever, Klipsch Forte's II speakers, Micro Seiki BL 91 Turntable, FR 64 Tonearm, Cartridge: FR-1 MK3, Phono Stage: Aragon 47K, Classe CDP-102 CD Player. Because I can use my Reciever as a pre-amp, I will purchase a power amp first. I like the sound of Mac equipment because of its sound, quality, and resale value. Any thoughts or advice will be appreciated.