stephens770

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McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
I go back to my Lexus comparison. Lexus owners, as with McIntosh don't have an inferiority complex. They enjoy what they have and don't feel the need to bash others. If you are at peace with your decision, then why bash others?  In my 40 years of... 
McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
@hilde45: Insightful post as are many other in this thread. What's refreshing about this conversation is the civility by all, and the amount of non-posters/researchers I like to refer to us as, myself included, that have come out to participate a... 
McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
Instead of Rolex or Harley Davidson, why not compare McIntosh to Lexus. Like Lexus, McIntosh has: 1. Excellent longevity and good looks. 2. Top Tier resale value and brand recognition. 3. Competitive performance in each segment. 4. One of the... 
McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
Can the McIntosh critics list the Mac components they’ve owned or Legitimately evaluated themselves if they are going to make a blanket statement about the brand? For example, which McIntosh amplifiers sounded veiled with the KEF’s?  Which compone... 
Why the hate for mcintosh amps?
Interesting, McIntosh owners don’t feel the need to bash other gear. While owners of other gear seem to have to justify their purchase over McIntosh. Just an observation.  
Has Anyone Ever Run TWO Identical Pairs of Speakers ?
I have done this with (2) Sets of Infinity IRS Betas. I was meticulous in matching components. I ran them from a McIntosh C70 and a pair of Mc275 VI's powering the 4 mid/high panels, and (4) Bryston 7B ST mono blocks powering the Bass towers. Ever... 
High end Class D amps?
@nitrobobI have 3 IV2’s.  Each driving a set of Infinity Beta Bass towers. Haven’t listened to them full range yet, but as replacements for Bryston 7B’s have simplified my system and at least matched performance in my current set up. Very happy wi...