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Opinions on McIntosh MHA200?

I’m considering a McIntosh MHA200 to drive my LCD-X, LCD-2, and AKG K412 headphones. I’m wondering if anyone has an opinion.

I’m a bit suspicious of McIntosh prices. They have a great reputation and cult following, but has that allowed them to overcharge for underperforming hardware?

I'm looking for good dynamics, bass impact, and extension. Maybe McIntosh is good at those things.

My understanding is that McIntosh amps are "lush" and musical and forgiving. They brag they’ve been using this "Unity Circuit" thing for 80 years, but really, I would expect it’s better to advance your technology over time. Perhaps this gives them a signature sound, but is it a colored sound?

magon
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tony1954
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First time I have heard a supposedly legendary brand brag that their technology is 80 years old.

McIntosh certainly knows how to market.

There's a reason that Best Buy is selling them.

 

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larsman
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@tony1954 - From what I've seen on another thread, Bose just recently pulled the McIntosh line from Magnolia stores.... 

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tony1954
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@larsman 

I did know that. That was my error in not saying that "Best Buy was previously selling them".

 

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rayray57
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I just bought a pair of KEF R11’s and my sales person confirmed that McIntosh is pulling out of Magnolia at Best Buy. Further he stated they are not even flash sale for demo products but are buying them back as well.

soix
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Guess they’re gonna have to find another brand to tame those aggressive B&W tweeters. 

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