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Pres that go with Mcintosh amps
I agree with Aball. The speakers you use will have a great impact on the final sound. That said, i was very happy using a Supratek Chardonnay tube pre with my 352 running into TDL Reference Studio Monitors. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Stevem1960I am using Mauhorn IV with Lowther EX2 drivers, driven by Cary 300B SET monos. REL Strata 5 for the lows . Point source & no-crossovers is truly something to hear. Love the combo with my Chardonay. 
Thoughts on the Mac 352
Amen Theo !! 
Name some full range speakers.
TDL Reference Studio Monitors. 18Hz - 20khz and these are transmissionlines as well !!!! 
McIntosh MA6900 Sensitive to Power Cords? I have
The 6900 would need nearly 300 hours to fully settle down IMO. The bass would be the last to sound right. My 6900 went from being bright - veiled - no bass - sounding really good. Maintain a log if you can. This way you don't have to keep guessing... 
I'm blown away by the Sonic Impact tripath amp.
Come on guys . Let me in on your secret. From where can i buy this NOW ?? All are sold out ! 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Larryrosen, Congratulations on your choice. I think you can look forward to a VERY pleasant experience. I say this confidently as my sys. is quite similar to yours in many ways & the Supratek was a perfect match in mine. I too use a MC352 pair... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Amandarae, KgturnerWhere can i find the Sylvania 6F6G ? Tubeworld does not have them. 
Cary 300B SET Mono's ?
Thanks for the suggestions. Does Jeff Korneff have a website? 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Hi all,I have been using a Chardonnay for nearly a year now. This has been the single best upgrade i have done to my system. The Chardonnay has single handedly transformed my system to a level not possible without having to spend serious money.I a... 
What is the magic behind SET
I too am a new SET covert. Have been using a high powered SS amp with a tube pre for awhile. It was suprising for me to find out how easily my cheap 300B amp paired with lowthers & horn speakers outclassed my $$$ system. Very natural sounding.... 
Horn speakers with Imaging?
I agree with sean. Placement , room , components & mostly the speaker design itself plays a big role. My Mauhorns which are quite big in size ( approx. 36"x13"x32" HWD ) disappear completely. I am unable to place them with my eyes closed. The ... 
Tube Pre suggestions for Mac Amp
Supratek Chardonnay. I use it with a MC352. Really nice ! 
Speakers for vocalists
Lowther horns + 300B SET . Just listen ! 
Comments on the McIntosh MA6900 integrated amp
Great Integrated and has almost everything you would want in an integrated. The only thing i did not like was the remote. Wish Mac would make something like the Levinsons do even if it costs a bit extra. Used mine with TDL Reference Studio Monitor...