Pathos Classic One MK3 versus McIntosh MA 252?

Consider that the McIntosh will most likely hold a better resale value over the long haul.  I heard the Mac amp and it is very nice indeed.

Have had the Pathi  monoblocked for several years now used with various speakers from sonus faber to magnepans.  Very musical  integrateds.  And a good buy generally.  I still recommend them.  Good luck.

Thanks dill.

I have heard both of them before but it was months apart and with different speakers. From my recollection the Pathos might be a little warmer sounding, a little more tube like. The power figures aren't too far about apart. 130 vs. 150 watts into 4 ohms. I want to buy new. I think both are $3500. 

I have not heard the Mac, so I can't comment on the sound quality, however I have owned the MKIII for 3 years now and really like it. The Mac has more power and a mm phono stage, they both have a balanced input (which I recommend). Tough call, but you can find an excellent used MKIII for about half the price of the new MAC, just saying ....