It’s a throwback look to compliment some of their older tube equipment. I think it’s ugly too, but it may appeal to some. I do like the look of a lot of their other equipment.
Ugliest Component of the Year 2024!
I realize beauty is in the eye of the beholder but this one should ranks in top 10.
https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/cd-players/MCD85
I always loved the MC275 and its predecessors but this new trend which has extended to MC830 is a bit of head scratcher.
Feel free to add your pick…no judgements!