mono blocks classe CA-M300 VS stereo classe 2300 for bowers 802 diamond

Jobs are not available locally but thank u for coming back to me re-classe
 
Plinus is really expensive, but I will enquire about it tomorrow...will it go well with 802s... I am also auditioning Mac 452 tomorrow
 
Tripp said:
Jobs are not available locally but thank u for coming back to me re-classe
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The Jobs are available worldwide through internet sales only. NZ is even mentioned on the ordering page. Check the reactions on this forum. Everybody is enthusiastic about this great product>

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I had the 802 Diamonds running with the Classe 2300. Great combo and one of my favorite systems. It really came together when I added a Mac C2300 preamp. Perfect combo for me. I think the system needed to tube pre.
 
Steve said:
Classé is a typical match for B&W 802 Diamonds and an obvious choice. It's nice gear and it gets down to personal choice.

If you are going to build a hybrid 2ch/multi-ch system, I think brand synergy is key. You need to decide now what direction to go else you will waste money down the line.

You are weighing up Classé vs McIntosh vs Krell vs Bryston to drive B&W loudspeakers. Consider each brand's product lines and try to visualise the additional components you will be purchasing to build a hybrid 2ch/HT system with a budget in mind. Add 30% to that budget because there are hidden trappings going hybrid multi-ch. You will be building a complex system.

Personally I'm not a fan of Classé being a McIntosh guy. I have a very high regard for Bryston for value and support. I would probably choose Bryston over Classé for the longer term purpose you have in mind.

If I were to suggest a start for you, I would be biased and say go with the McIntosh MC452. A great fully balanced stereo amp. An amp that could be repurposed should you wish to scale up and use it to drive side surrounds in the future. A multi-ch amp will be required either way. That basis would commit you to building a McIntosh rig. If resale or collectibility are also value considerations, McIntosh is renowned for holding greater resale value longer term.
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Hi Steve I went to audition mc452 and it sounded so nice and warm yet very detailed with c4s...& they are just so beautiful amps with power and authority...really liked them but price was just overally expensive n dealer won't negotiate much since it American made....50% more then classe or krell amps..so a bit to think and plan budget... Cheers for your mesg.
 
Tripp... Hope you can get over the price hurdle. The strengthening USD is going to make it more difficult for overseas buyers to acquire too. The thing about McIntosh is that the price is always going up. That's a good thing for ownership comfort but not so for those wishing to buy. Your justification will come knowing that you made the right choice in the end as you listen and watch those blue meters dance in the night. :)

The MC452 is an amp that I would love to own should my system grow in the future.
 
Cheers all of you's - I will comment once I have made my purchase...
 
Hi guys by all means I respect your inputs n thoughts for classe 2300 n other. Peoducts recommended ..however I just fall in luv with mcintosh 452...looks more then sound....: ) but again sound was also very exciting ....a bit forward to my likings ...always fancied mc's so took the step ... Once again thanku all... It wasn't easy n Classe 2300 was my next best bet but I had no where to hear classe 2300..thanku
 
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