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Used Plinius, Simaudio, or Mcintosh integrated???
The McIntosh bible is at: http://www.roger-russell.com/aboutmc.htmScroll down and click on the "integrated-amps" heading and you will find all the models listed and described. Don't let the power ratings fool you - McIntosh rates power very conser... 
Used Plinius, Simaudio, or Mcintosh integrated???
I really wanted to try the 8200 to see what the fuss was all about and when I did, I wasn't very impressed. It seemed everything was glossed over somehow. Poor description I guess but I agree with 84audio. I was comparing it to my McIntosh C712 an... 
McIntosh or BAT amps what is your preference
The latest Stereophile magazine reviewed the McIntosh C200 preamp and said it tied the VK-51SE overall, but is less expensive as a bonus. I think the Mc preamps are very good and to be fair, Cylinderking shouldn't compare a design that is several ... 
Mcintosh 1700
It is probably worth fixing if it is in good cosmetic condition. Audioclassics will do a 1st class job but the bill may reflect that too.... Good luck! 
Mcintosh 1700
If there are two sets of outputs, you will be fine. Otherwise, you will halve the impedance which will be a tough load regardless. Arthur 
Mcintosh 1700
Those things have eight tubes in them that should be tested at least. Buying a new set may be easier and will give you more of a guarantee that you are getting the most out of it, since it is more than 30 years old now. I heard a restored Mac1500 ... 
Mcintosh MC-2205, Bryston 4B-ST, or Marsh a400
Hard to say what YOU will like best but the McIntosh 2205 is 25 years older than the others you listed. That may not be a problem per se but devices have advanced since the 70s. I preferred my MC7200 over my buddy's 4B (he did too) but the 7200 is... 
Anyone compared McIntosh C42 with C46?
Thanks Lloyd. I think I will look for a C42. 
Any McIntosh C46 users??
According to McIntosh, the C46 is very different than the C42. I didn't get specific details but they got the message across that they aren't the same despite similar front faces. Arthur 
Will sun exposure damage my speakers?
That is what I thought. I usually put the grills back on on sunny days. I guess I will continue to do so! Thanks againArthur 
McIntosh MC- 501 vs Pass X-600 vs Parasound JC-1
The new McIntosh 402 is simply sublime. I assume the 501 is too. I can't wait to get one. I didn't like the Pass Labs X350 as much as the 402 - it was a tad lean for my tastes and didn't have any more detail than the Mc. Good luck! Arthur 
Any McIntosh C46 users??
I definately agree the C46 will sound much better than the C712. I auditioned a C46 with a Mc402 and was overwhelmed with a desire to buy them. The sound was as refined as I have ever heard it. I have a MC7200 running balanced and like it very muc... 
What speakers to replace Paradigm 100.2? Help
I bought JM Lab 926s. They are already broken-in and sound simply sublime. Smoothness and refinement make vocals easier to understand than before and the soundstage is more in focus with greater depth. Very nice speakers - I am impressed! The impr... 
Tannoys DC3 plus McIntosh 2275
Congratulations! I am sure I would like it too. 
What speakers to replace Paradigm 100.2? Help
Thanks for the replies. Trial and error is what I have done so far but I would rather not deal with changing speakers several times before finding the right sound - can't guarantee it though of course... I haven't really liked Totems for some reas...