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July 4, 2015, 04:03 AM #51Member
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
Just my 2 words : i replaced my 452 by the 601...and for my sasha, it was the right choice. More grip and a better medium. I think Mc is magic with mono amps
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July 4, 2015, 10:35 AM #52Super Moderator
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
Congrats Frank!
Absolutely agree, if you need/want the power, monos will be better. I am thinking of the MC452 for myself. I have an itch to scratch.
Originally Posted by Frank
Just my 2 words : i replaced my 452 by the 601...and for my sasha, it was the right choice. More grip and a better medium. I think Mc is magic with mono amps
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July 4, 2015, 10:37 AM #53Audioshark
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McIntosh MC601's
I hate this thread....it's a constant nagging reminder of me selling my 2301's. But love you all.
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July 4, 2015, 10:38 AM #54Super Moderator
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
OMG! Them too
Originally Posted by Mike
I hate this thread....it's a constant nagging reminder of me selling my 2301's. But love you all.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
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July 4, 2015, 11:26 AM #55Senior Member
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I had McIntosh MC601's in the living room system and also in the studio system at one point in time. The MC601's sounded fabulous driving the Sonus faber Amati Anniversario speakers. I could have stopped there but I developed a serious lust to own a pair of MC2301's, not because I had any performance issues with the 601's but I wanted to experience McIntosh's big tube power amps on the Anniversario's. I traded the MC601's in the studio system for a pair of MC2301's and never looked back. I don't miss the MC601's in the studio because I still have a pair of them in the living room system. It is a win win scenario in my book. The MC2301 amplifiers melt me into a puddle every time I listen to them. Yes, they are that good.
Dan
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LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
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July 4, 2015, 11:30 AM #56Super Moderator
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Beautiful Dan. I unfortunately blew past the MC2301's when I was amp swapping. How I wish I had slowed down a little. I fell in love with my Strads with MC2301's. I am older and wiser, I will not make the same mistake.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
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Dan, that's just mean.
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Dan
STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital coax, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints Ultra SS & Ultra Mini, PurePower 2000, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario
LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
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July 4, 2015, 01:14 PM #59Super Moderator
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
Hahahahahaha
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
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July 4, 2015, 01:21 PM #60Senior Member
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Those two photos clearly show the chassis size difference between the MC601 (93 lbs.) and the MC2301 (116 lbs.).
Dan
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LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
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July 11, 2015, 04:45 AM #61Member
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
I am also very surprised to hear what can do the 275 (mk5) with my sasha
when i bought it 3 weeks ago, it was just for the fun (i love the look) and i thought that it could not drive correctly the sasha.
but it is not the case : of course the 601 are better in the low range, but the 275 has something of magic : a beautiful medium, and a spectacular 3D effect. As i don't listen to very high level (arround between 0,6 to 2w), i feel no frustration with it.
great synergy between the c500t and the VPI too
very happy with the two world !!!
Mcintosh for ever
FrankFrank
Speakers : Wilson Audio Alexia Serie 2
Amps : McIntosh MC601 (2) and MC275 mk5
Preamp : McIntosh C500T
Sources : ML 390S & Squeezebox Touch + and VPI Classic 3 with Lyra Kleos and SDS. AudioDesk Vynil Cleaner
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Frank.......I'm with you. It is always great to own more than one McIntosh amplifier. Happy listening.
Dan
STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital coax, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints Ultra SS & Ultra Mini, PurePower 2000, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario
LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
VINTAGE - McIntosh 4300V, McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, JBL 4312A
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November 10, 2015, 12:49 PM #63Senior Member
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
Just an update:
Instead of upgrading to the mc452 for my 2 channel entertainment, I postponed it and went for the C2500 stereo pre-amp instead.
I wish I could invite every one of you into my humble abode to listen to some tunes. I simply can't describe how sweet the sound is now.....so sweet I could cry. And that's just with a XPR 5 amp.
Just imagine how dry my eyes would be when I get the 452!!!! Oh Lord thank you for my pair of ears and for Mcintosh.
Roma
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Roma,
I am so happy for you and totally understand.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
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November 10, 2015, 01:53 PM #65Senior Member
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Thanks Joe. It's good to know there are folks out there who can empathize with me
Roma
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November 14, 2015, 12:33 AM #66Senior Member
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
My dream 2 channel system:
http://www.avhub.com.au/product-revi...-review-407110
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November 14, 2015, 01:30 AM #67Super Moderator
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Nice! Originally Posted by stanly.joseph
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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November 19, 2015, 01:12 PM #68Senior Member
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Re: McIntosh MC601's
Hey guys
Here's the deal. My ultimate goal in stereo 2 channel amplification for my system (as some of you might already know) is the MC452. That's what I want and that's what I'll get when I'm ready to make the investment. Key word is "ready" which means I'm not ready at this time (for obvious reasons) and am looking at an ETA of 6-12 months.
Here's the question: what amp can I get in the mean time that'll warm up the sound sweetly, breath new life into my 803D's without breaking the bank of course.....keep in mind, I'll be owning this unit temporarily and will be selling it most probably on Audiogon when I'm ready for the 452.
What do you guys think of Jolida amps?
Thanks much in advance for your input. Appreciate it.
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November 19, 2015, 01:25 PM #69Super Moderator
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I have a Jolida Fusion 3502 and love it. BUT, resale will be next to nothing. I bought KT-150's for it and it sounds even better but total investment is about $2K, maybe a little more. With the KT-150, I get about 85+ wpc.
I don't know how much power you'll need for the 803D's, but you might need more the the Jolida can deliver. The Jolida gives tremendous value for the money.
The only other recommendation I have right now is Odyssey Audio.
http://www.odysseyaudio.com
Not as warm and fuzzy as McIntosh but SUPERB value and sound.
There is no free lunch.
If you want to warm up the sound more, you could try an Ifi Tube buffer.
http://www.musicdirect.com/p-161003-...FYkjgQodTmIIGALast edited by joeinid; November 19, 2015 at 01:30 PM.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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stanly.joseph.......What is your budget for this interim amplifier?
Dan
STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital coax, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints Ultra SS & Ultra Mini, PurePower 2000, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario
LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
VINTAGE - McIntosh 4300V, McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, JBL 4312A
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November 19, 2015, 05:58 PM #71Senior Member
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Not more than 2k out the door but the lower the better Originally Posted by Double-D
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