I'm now convinced that one should look at the speakers and amplifiers as a single package. A top of the line McIntosh amp may sound too warm and boring with certain speakers and blow you away with another brand/model. Same with Krell. It may sound bright and dry with the wrong speakers. Pass Labs models appear to be a safe bet since they are known for their neutral sound. If I were to buy an amplifier that I could use as an anchor in my system that allowed me to do all my other (future) upgrades around it, I would buy one of the higher powered class A models from Pass Labs and call it the day.
Mcintosh Question- Looking for feedback
I was recently exposed to Mcintosh. I've owned Krell/Pass/Plinius/Parasound......I did get to hear the Mac amp I'm referring to.....but I didn't really get a chance to fully process the sonic signature. I just didn't have enough time. It did sound really good but it was in a top flight setup...and that was to be expected.
My question is: I really like the Mac MA 7900. Its the 200 watt Integrated amp. How would you describe the sound from Mac solid state amps? What would you compare it too?
I'll be honest the sound was great....but the" visual eye candy effect" was stunning...absolutely the most visually pleasing gear I've seen personally.
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I'm currently using the Parasound Halo Integrated. The Mac Ma 7900 would replace this. How much of an upgrade would this be ?
Any and all insight would be appreciated. Also can someone give me the shortened version on why Mac has different speaker connections for different ohm speakers? I accustomed to wattage doubling in 4 ohms...any and all hel would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
krelldog
My question is: I really like the Mac MA 7900. Its the 200 watt Integrated amp. How would you describe the sound from Mac solid state amps? What would you compare it too?
I'll be honest the sound was great....but the" visual eye candy effect" was stunning...absolutely the most visually pleasing gear I've seen personally.
.
I'm currently using the Parasound Halo Integrated. The Mac Ma 7900 would replace this. How much of an upgrade would this be ?
Any and all insight would be appreciated. Also can someone give me the shortened version on why Mac has different speaker connections for different ohm speakers? I accustomed to wattage doubling in 4 ohms...any and all hel would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
krelldog