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Schiit Freya+ vs. high end (e.g., Mcintosh) ?

Hi all, 

I just got an mc275 power amp and need a pre. Don't want to spend a ton so was considering a Mcintosh c220 but its so pricy. Considering the Schiit Freya+ but will I regret it? I know they have a great trial period but I can't really do the same for the c220. Any comments?

I am sure the c220 will be better, but HOW much better is my question, I guess....? Thanks for the thoughts.
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Showing 1 response by oldhvymec

oldhvymec
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A Mcintosh C220 is pretty old. Really.. I have a lot of Mac gear. I had the Freya +, guess what I have the original MC275, and a GG MC275 too.

The MC220 might out perform the Freya +. Not by much. New it would, and recapped correctly it will. Think on that one though. It’s 25 year old or more...

The Freya right at 1000.00 shipped with taxes everything..

Great sounding little Pre for the money..

The Mac will always have the greatest resale...

Both companies have great customer service. Freya, may have a slight edge, no snooty folks there for sure.. Great PR, and CS.

Regards
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