Why No McIntosh Recommendations?

@jeffreyw my model is 352,and pre is 2100 if I remembered right., both tubed. I also listened 611 which is newer model.  I don't think McIntosh changed their house sound. The sound changed very small. I know someone love that sound. Enjoy the listening. 

@runwell 

I do agree that we all hear things differently. McIntosh's house sound has undoubtedly changed over the years for the better. However, to qualify McIntosh as "not hifi" is a little BS. I auditioned many products before buying my system and kept returning to McIntosh. I would love to perform a blind listening session of McIntosh vs others for the "uneducated." I think the results would convert many! I, too, was familiar with the old McIntosh sound and was biased because of it. I kept an open mind, and thankfully, I have found a system that is as real as it gets.

I agree Jeffrey.  My 611’s sound dynamic, yet smooth.  Pairs well with my B&W’s.

I have been steadily improving my audio system for now more than 50 years. Among power amplifiers, I have owned Mark Levinson and Krell (both Class A). Now I own McIntosh 611 mono power amplifiers. In my system, the resultant sonic reproduction is simply better than with my predecessor amps.

I am repeatedly amused by these claims regarding how a particular component sounds. The only valid observation is how the system — residing in the room — sounds. All I can say is that what I am able to hear through my system in my room is mind-boggling fantastic (and my audiophile friends concur), and part of the reason is my McIntosh power amplifiers.

Happy New Year and enjoy the listening! Who care other people's comment?  You just enjoy yourself.

McIntosh really bring us the joy! I do agree.

By the way, MA352 is solid state amp. I remembered  wrong as I am on skiing this morning.