Probably very little response here because there are too many choices...I suggest you provide better budget communication and more description of sound you're going for. With a 22K ohm input impedance you're unfortunately not going to use a tube preamp in many instances. I'd go for a SS amp that gives you more pre choices but that's just my taste. I'd want to pair a SS amp with a tube pre.
What preamp to pair with a McIntosh 302? Advice needed.
I currently use an MA5200 integrated with pre outs. I will be getting an MC302 power amp but would like to know what the best VALUE option for pre amp may be. I also run a sub which means I use y-splitter cables.
I’m looking at maybe selling my 5200 and replacing with a Parasound P6, which offers more options (tone control, balanced sub woofer outputs, HT bypass outputs, etc) and easier on the pocketbook. Should I consider making that move and saving some coin or should I use the MA5200 as a preamp because it has a USB DAC that I use and will look amazing sitting on top of my 302 in the cabinet. I
I’m not interesting in a Mac preamp because I’m not spending that kind of money on another Mac product.
Thanks much in advance.
I’m looking at maybe selling my 5200 and replacing with a Parasound P6, which offers more options (tone control, balanced sub woofer outputs, HT bypass outputs, etc) and easier on the pocketbook. Should I consider making that move and saving some coin or should I use the MA5200 as a preamp because it has a USB DAC that I use and will look amazing sitting on top of my 302 in the cabinet. I
I’m not interesting in a Mac preamp because I’m not spending that kind of money on another Mac product.
Thanks much in advance.
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