Auditioning is the best way but please remember the C100/C200 are ready to go out of the box while the C2200 will need an immediate replacement of stock tubes before its potential can be realized. I doubt any dealer will allow a demo with vintage/NOS tubes so a comparison is rather difficult. While the C100 is fantastic and fully balanced the C2200/tube has its merits also and only personal taste can lead. I regretably sold my C100 for financial reasons but now wouldn't ever go back after obtaining the C2200/NOS'd. This is not a tube/SS debate just pointing out one's personal choice.
Preamp For McIntosh MC352
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I just bought a McIntosh MC352 a few days ago and absolutely love it. I am going to be upgrading my preamp soon and would like some feedback from the knowledgeable people here on this site. Thinking of a c42, c15, or c2200. I am also considering Bat and Audio Research.
Thanks
Walter
I just bought a McIntosh MC352 a few days ago and absolutely love it. I am going to be upgrading my preamp soon and would like some feedback from the knowledgeable people here on this site. Thinking of a c42, c15, or c2200. I am also considering Bat and Audio Research.
Thanks
Walter